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Top 42% in state

Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs

Elementary School · Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS

5000 14TH STREET NW, Washington, DC 20011

Charter

Enrollment

555

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#102 of 240

In Washington

#102 of 240

public schools

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs

6.6/10

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

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About Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs

Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS. Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs serves approximately 555 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #102 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with DC schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • DC avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.1% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.7% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg+14.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.5 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING), Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
vs. Expected+26.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,438
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs — Students at Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

How we calculate scores →

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

Math Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.2% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 62.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.4% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 32 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
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2010
Math
54.5%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2012
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2013
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
46.6%
ELA
54.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.

How Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs Compares

See how Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
58th percentile in DC
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

Location

5000 14TH STREET NW, Washington, DC 20011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dorothy I. Height ES (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bancroft ES (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Center City PCS - Brightwood (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
John Lewis ES Washington 0.1 mi 7.6
Dorothy I. Height ES Washington 0.6 mi 8.7
Roosevelt HS Washington 0.6 mi 4.6
Truesdell ES Washington 0.5 mi 5.9
MacFarland MS Washington 0.6 mi 7.8
Powell ES Washington 0.7 mi 7.5
Friendship PCS - Online Academy Washington 0.7 mi 3.2
Brightwood ES Washington 0.7 mi 6.1
THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF D.C. Washington 0.7 mi
Military Road Early Learning Center Washington 0.8 mi 6.3
E.L. Haynes PCS - HS Washington 0.7 mi 6.3
E.L. Haynes PCS - ES Washington 0.7 mi 7.1
MILTON GOTTESMAN JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF THE NATION'S Washington 0.9 mi 6.8
Center City PCS - Brightwood Washington 0.9 mi 8.1
Paul PCS - MS Washington 0.9 mi 5.6
Paul PCS - International HS Washington 0.9 mi 6.7
Center City PCS - Petworth Washington 0.9 mi 5.9
Barnard ES Washington 0.9 mi 6.9
Raymond ES Washington 1.1 mi 6.7
Bancroft ES Washington 1.2 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,377

Median Home Value

$722,200

Median Rent

$1,636/mo

Population

66,951

College Educated

54.7%

Homeownership

53.9%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

37.6

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Capitol Hill Montessori School at Logan Washington, DC 6.6
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Beers ES Washington, DC 6.5
Raymond ES Washington, DC 6.7
Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington, DC 6.7
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End Washington, DC 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs

What grades does Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs serve?

Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs?

Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 555 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs?

The student-teacher ratio at Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs rank in DC?

Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs ranks #102 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs's MySchoolScout rating?

Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs a charter school?

Yes, Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs a Title I school?

No, Latin American Montessori Bilingual Pcs is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
65 Good Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

District

Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS
District Enrollment
555
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,438
District Rank
#1 of 1

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