Very Good
#83 of 240 schools in DC
Top 34% in state
Amidon-bowen ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
401 I St. SW, Washington, DC 20024
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#83 of 240
In Washington
#83 of 240
public schools
In district
#46 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Amidon-bowen ES
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Amidon-bowen ES
Amidon-bowen ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Amidon-bowen ES serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Amidon-bowen ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Amidon-bowen ES show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Amidon-bowen ES — Students at Amidon-bowen ES score 15% 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 32 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: 8.0/10.
How Amidon-bowen ES Compares
See how Amidon-bowen ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
401 I St. SW, Washington, DC 20024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amidon-bowen ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brent ES (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Peabody ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CAPITOL HILL DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Washington Global PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Southwest Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Jefferson MS Academy Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| WATERFRONT ACADEMY Washington | 0.4 mi | — |
| SMITHSONIAN EARLY ENRICHMENT CENTER Washington | 0.9 mi | — |
| CAPITOL HILL DAY SCHOOL Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Eagle Academy PCS - Capitol Riverfront Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| TEMPLETON ACADEMY Washington | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| BASIS DC PCS Washington | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Brent ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| DISTRICT MONTESSORI Washington | 1.1 mi | — |
| Van Ness ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Girls Global Academy PCS Washington | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Peabody ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| CAPITOL LEARNING ACADEMY Washington | 1.2 mi | — |
| GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Capitol Hill Montessori School at Logan Washington | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Cedar Tree Academy PCS Washington | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,623
Median Home Value
$497,100
Median Rent
$2,121/mo
Population
16,197
College Educated
69.8%
Homeownership
31.9%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.7%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Early Childhood Academy PCS Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Elementary Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| ST PATRICK'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Thomson ES Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Cedar Tree Academy PCS Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - ES Washington, DC | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amidon-bowen ES
What grades does Amidon-bowen ES serve?
Amidon-bowen ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Amidon-bowen ES?
Amidon-bowen ES has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Amidon-bowen ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Amidon-bowen ES is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Amidon-bowen ES rank in DC?
Amidon-bowen ES ranks #83 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Amidon-bowen ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Amidon-bowen ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Amidon-bowen ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Amidon-bowen ES has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Amidon-bowen ES a charter school?
No, Amidon-bowen ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Amidon-bowen ES a Title I school?
No, Amidon-bowen 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
- 365
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.8%
- Phone
- (202) 724-4867
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #46 of 116
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