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Burrville ES

Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools

801 Division Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20019

Enrollment

236

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#187 of 240

In Washington

#187 of 240

public schools

In district

#93 of 116

District of Columbia Public Schools

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Burrville ES

5.0/10

Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Burrville ES

Burrville ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Burrville ES serves approximately 236 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Burrville ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #187 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Burrville ES show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • DC avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

56% of students at Burrville 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.6% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.3% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg-23.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.9 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING), Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
vs. Expected-18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,629
Chronic Absenteeism55.9%

Burrville ES — Students at Burrville ES score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.4% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 27.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.8% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 30 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
12.2%
ELA
21.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.

How Burrville ES Compares

See how Burrville ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
23th percentile in DC
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.9%

Location

801 Division Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20019

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Burrville ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C.W. Harris ES (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nalle ES (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 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
DC Wildflower PCS - The Riverseed School Washington 0.2 mi
H.D. Woodson HS Washington 0.2 mi 5.8
Drew ES Washington 0.4 mi 6.0
THE MONROE SCHOOL Washington 0.4 mi
Houston ES Washington 0.5 mi 4.8
KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS Washington 0.6 mi 5.6
KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS Washington 0.6 mi 4.3
KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington 0.6 mi 5.8
Robert R. Gray Elementary Capital Heights 0.6 mi 4.9
Ron Brown College Preparatory HS Washington 0.6 mi 7.2
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End Washington 0.7 mi 6.4
Maya Angelou PCS - HS Washington 0.7 mi 4.2
Kelly Miller MS Washington 0.7 mi 3.9
DC Scholars PCS Washington 0.8 mi 4.3
IDEA PCS Washington 0.8 mi 4.1
MUHAMMAD UNIVERSITY OF ISLAM Washington 0.9 mi 6.1
Nalle ES Washington 1.1 mi 6.3
Smothers ES Washington 0.9 mi 4.6
C.W. Harris ES Washington 1.2 mi 6.8
Seat Pleasant Elementary Capital Heights 0.9 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,031

Median Home Value

$437,600

Median Rent

$1,174/mo

Population

64,365

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

40.7%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

24.9%

Median Age

33.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Burrville ES

What grades does Burrville ES serve?

Burrville ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Burrville ES?

Burrville ES has an enrollment of approximately 236 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burrville ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Burrville 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 Burrville ES rank in DC?

Burrville ES ranks #187 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Burrville ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Burrville ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Burrville ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Burrville ES has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Burrville ES a charter school?

No, Burrville ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Burrville ES a Title I school?

No, Burrville ES is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
61 Good Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
236
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.9%

District

District of Columbia Public Schools
District Enrollment
51,294
Schools in District
117
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,629
District Rank
#93 of 116

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