Best 20016 District Of Columbia Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,564 students in 20016, DC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20016, DC are Janney Elementary School, Key Elementary School and Mann Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20016 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the District Of Columbia public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in 20016, DC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of District Of Columbia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public preschool average of 83% (majority Black).

Best 20016, DC Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Janney Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
4130 Albemarle St. Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0110
Gr: PK-5 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Key Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
5001 Dana Pl. Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 729-3280
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Mann Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4430 Newark St. Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0126
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
4900 Massachusetts Ave. Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 929-0190
Gr: PK | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20016, DC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20016, DC include Janney Elementary School, Key Elementary School and Mann Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20016?
4 public preschools are located in 20016.
What is the racial composition of students in 20016?
20016 public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public preschools average of 83% (majority Black).

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