Kendall Demonstration Elementary School serves 112 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student:teacher of Kendall Demonstration Elementary School is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked DC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Kendall Demonstration Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1857
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
School Motto
The Clerc Center, a federally funded national deaf education center, ensures that the diverse population of deaf and hard of hearing students (birth through age 21) in the nation are educated and empowered and have the linguistic competence to maximize th
School Mascot
Wildcat
Student Body
Total Students
112 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
81%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kendall Demonstration Elementary School's ranking?
Kendall Demonstration Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Kendall Demonstration Elementary School?
The application deadline for Kendall Demonstration Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Kendall Demonstration Elementary School located?
Kendall Demonstration Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 11 other private schools located in Northeast Washington.
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