The Janney Elementary School is a public elementary school from Pre-K through 5th grade. A part of the District of Columbia Public Schools, it enrolls approximately 740 students.
Serving 717 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Janney Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Janney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Janney Elementary School's student population of 717 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
717 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Janney Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Janney Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 220 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
6%
62%
White
66%
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Janney Elementary School's ranking?
Janney Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Janney Elementary School?
717 students attend Janney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Janney Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Janney Elementary School?
Janney Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Janney Elementary School offer ?
Janney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Janney Elementary School part of?
Janney Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Janney Elementary School located?
Janney Elementary School is located in the Tenleytown neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 1 other public schools located in Tenleytown.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Janney is an amazing school with great English language arts.
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