Excellent
#41 of 240 schools in DC
Top 17% in state
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary
Elementary School · Friendship PCS
1345 POTOMAC AVENUE SE, Washington, DC 20003
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#41 of 240
In Washington
#41 of 240
public schools
In district
#2 of 15
Friendship PCS
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Friendship PCS. Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary 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.
52% of students at Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary 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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Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary — Students at Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary score 50% 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 20 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: 9.1/10.
How Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary Compares
See how Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1345 POTOMAC AVENUE SE, Washington, DC 20003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maury ES (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brent ES (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Payne ES (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle Washington | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Capitol Hill Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Tyler ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Payne ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| CAPITOL LEARNING ACADEMY Washington | 0.5 mi | — |
| Anacostia HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Kramer MS Washington | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Center City PCS - Capitol Hill Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Van Ness ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| St. Coletta Special Education PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Eastern HS Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Maury ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Ketcham ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Lawrence E. Boone ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Eliot-Hine MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Brent ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,604
Median Home Value
$954,200
Median Rent
$2,630/mo
Population
36,194
College Educated
80.8%
Homeownership
38.5%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Center City PCS - Brightwood Washington, DC | 8.1 |
| Key ES Washington, DC | 8.1 |
| LaSalle-Backus ES Washington, DC | 8.1 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary Washington, DC | 8.2 |
| LOWELL SCHOOL Washington, DC | 8.3 |
| Two Rivers PCS - Young ES Washington, DC | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary serve?
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary?
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary rank in DC?
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary ranks #41 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary a Title I school?
No, Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.5%
- Phone
- (202) 547-5800
Resources & Links
District
Friendship PCS- District Enrollment
- 4,511
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,955
- District Rank
- #2 of 15
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