Average
#169 of 240 schools in DC
Hendley ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
425 Chesapeake St. SE, Washington, DC 20032
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#169 of 240
In Washington
#169 of 240
public schools
In district
#87 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Hendley ES
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About Hendley ES
Hendley ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Hendley ES serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hendley ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #169 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Hendley ES show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hendley ES sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
62% of students at Hendley ES were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hendley ES — Students at Hendley ES score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Hendley ES Compares
See how Hendley ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
425 Chesapeake St. SE, Washington, DC 20032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hendley ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center City PCS - Congress Heights (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Early Childhood Academy PCS (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Ingenuity Prep PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Statesmen College Preparatory Academy for Boys PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Simon ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Early Childhood Academy PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Hart MS Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Patterson ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Achievement Preparatory Academy PCS - Wahler Place ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Ballou HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Ballou STAY HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Eagle Academy PCS - Congress Heights Washington | 0.9 mi | 2.2 |
| Forest Heights Elementary Oxon Hill | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| King ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Center City PCS - Congress Heights Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Leckie Education Campus Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| KIPP DC - Honor Academy PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP DC - Pride Academy PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,146
Median Home Value
$391,400
Median Rent
$1,285/mo
Population
38,828
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
22.4%
Avg Commute
36.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Children's Guild DC PCS Washington, DC | 5.5 |
| Walker-Jones Education Campus Washington, DC | 5.5 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington, DC | 5.6 |
| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| Randle Highlands ES Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| Center City PCS - Petworth Washington, DC | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hendley ES
What grades does Hendley ES serve?
Hendley ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hendley ES?
Hendley ES has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hendley ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Hendley ES is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hendley ES rank in DC?
Hendley ES ranks #169 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Hendley ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Hendley ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hendley ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hendley ES has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hendley ES a charter school?
No, Hendley ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hendley ES a Title I school?
No, Hendley ES is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.2%
- Phone
- (202) 645-3450
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #87 of 116
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