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#104 of 240 schools in DC
Top 43% in state
Beers ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
3600 Alabama Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20020
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#104 of 240
In Washington
#104 of 240
public schools
In district
#59 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Beers ES
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About Beers ES
Beers ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Beers ES serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Beers ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #104 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Beers ES show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Beers 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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Beers ES — Students at Beers ES score 24% 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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Beers ES Compares
See how Beers ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3600 Alabama Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beers ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moten ES (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stanton ES (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Garfield ES (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| I Dream PCS Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Randle Highlands ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Stanton ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC ACADEMYOOL Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep Washington | 0.9 mi | 2.3 |
| Overlook Elementary Temple Hills | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Lee Montessori PCS - East End Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Kimball ES Washington | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Sousa MS Washington | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Lawrence E. Boone ES Washington | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS-WASHINGTON Washington | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Rocketship PCS - Rise Academy Washington | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Garfield ES Washington | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| The SEED PCS of Washington DC Washington | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Douglas Knoll Washington | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Kramer MS Washington | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Anacostia HS Washington | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Plummer ES Washington | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Ketcham ES Washington | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Moten ES Washington | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,015
Median Home Value
$442,500
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
53,885
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
30.9%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KIPP DC - Connect Academy PCS Washington, DC | 6.5 |
| KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS Washington, DC | 6.5 |
| Achievement Preparatory Academy PCS - Wahler Place ES Washington, DC | 6.6 |
| Capitol Hill Montessori School at Logan Washington, DC | 6.6 |
| Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End Washington, DC | 6.4 |
| H.D. Cooke ES Washington, DC | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beers ES
What grades does Beers ES serve?
Beers ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Beers ES?
Beers ES has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beers ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Beers ES is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beers ES rank in DC?
Beers ES ranks #104 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Beers ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Beers ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Beers ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beers ES has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Beers ES a charter school?
No, Beers ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beers ES a Title I school?
No, Beers 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
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (202) 939-4800
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #59 of 116
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