Powell Elementary School

Powell Elementary School

DCPS School

PK3–5
All
1350 Upshur St. NW 202-671-6270

Morretta Henderson-Sims
202-671-6270
[email protected]

8:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

 After care available

3:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.Sliding Scale/VoucherContact school for details

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Powell Elementary School

Powell Elementary is an award-winning community school focused on academic success for all. Students demonstrate academic achievement through portfolios, performances, and assessments. Through our Dual Language program students have the opportunity to become bilingual while acquiring the skills they need to succeed in a global society.

Dual Language/Immersion
Interscholastic Sports

Creative Curriculum, Quarterly Expeditions/Field Trips, Blended Learning

• A multicultural and international school that focuses on providing an excellent bilingual education to students through the partnerships.
• Strong English and Spanish Language Learning instruction, Special Education, inclusion, and counseling services.
• Art, music, physical education, science, library/media for every student.

Math

Student Proficiency Levels

ELA

Student Proficiency Levels

  • Did not yet meet expectations

  • Partially met expectations

  • Approached expectations

  • Met expectations

  • Exceeded expectations

529
  • 11%  Black/African-American
  • 2%  Asian
  • 74%  Hispanic / Latino
  • 12%  White non-Hispanic
  • 2%  Multiracial

This school has multiple lottery options, please visit the historic waitlist page HERE for detailed data.
Federal and District law require equal access to services for students with special education needs and English Language Learners. For additional information, please contact the Office of the State Superintendent of Education at (202) 727-6436 or at [email protected].
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  • Powell's Open House will occur on Microsoft Teams and will include a tour, staff introductions and breakout sessions with current Powell staff and families.

  • Powell's Open House will occur on Microsoft Teams and will include a tour, staff introductions and breakout sessions with current Powell staff and families.

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1350 Upshur St. NW
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