Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Key Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 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 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Key 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
Key Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Key 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 Key Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2 out of 220 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
9%
63%
White
66%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Key Elementary School's ranking?
Key Elementary School is ranked #2 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Key Elementary School often compared to?
Key Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Janney Elementary School, Stoddert Elementary School, Mann Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Key Elementary School?
347 students attend Key Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Key Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Key Elementary School?
Key Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Key Elementary School offer ?
Key Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Key Elementary School part of?
Key Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Key Elementary School located?
Key Elementary School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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