Very Good
#77 of 240 schools in DC
Top 32% in state
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland
Elementary School · Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS
3700 OAKVIEW TERRACE NE, Washington, DC 20017
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#77 of 240
In Washington
#77 of 240
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS. Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland — Students at Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
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: 5.5/10.
How Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland Compares
See how Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3700 OAKVIEW TERRACE NE, Washington, DC 20017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burroughs ES (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - Calle Ocho (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lee Montessori PCS - Brookland (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Brookland MS Washington | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Luke C. Moore HS Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Bunker Hill ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Hope Community PCS - Tolson Washington | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - Calle Ocho Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| WASHINGTON JESUIT ACADEMY Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Noyes ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Washington Latin PCS - Anna Julia Cooper MS Washington | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Washington Leadership Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Lee Montessori PCS - Brookland Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Perry Street Preparatory PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| The Sojourner Truth School PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 9.4 |
| KENNEDY INSTITUTE Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Burroughs ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| DC Prep PCS - Edgewood MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Edgewood ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Capital Village PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,543
Median Home Value
$686,400
Median Rent
$1,793/mo
Population
21,013
College Educated
59.1%
Homeownership
57.4%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| E.L. Haynes PCS - ES Washington, DC | 7.1 |
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary Washington, DC | 7.1 |
| Amidon-Bowen ES Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland
What grades does Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland serve?
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland?
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland?
The student-teacher ratio at Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland rank in DC?
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland ranks #77 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland's MySchoolScout rating?
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland a charter school?
Yes, Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland a Title I school?
No, Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Pcs - Brookland 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
- 351
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (202) 265-7237
Resources & Links
District
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS- District Enrollment
- 693
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,837
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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