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Lawrence E. Boone ES

Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools

2200 Minnesota Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20020

Enrollment

436

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#181 of 240

In Washington

#181 of 240

public schools

In district

#91 of 116

District of Columbia Public Schools

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Lawrence E. Boone ES

5.1/10

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

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About Lawrence E. Boone ES

Lawrence E. Boone ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Lawrence E.

Boone ES serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lawrence E. Boone ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #181 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Lawrence E. Boone ES show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • DC avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Lawrence E. Boone 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 Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.1% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.1% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg-23.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.7 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (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-17.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,629
Chronic Absenteeism44.7%

Lawrence E. Boone ES — Students at Lawrence E. Boone ES score 14% 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 16.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.2% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 19.8% (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
37%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2025
Math
9%
ELA
18.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.

How Lawrence E. Boone ES Compares

See how Lawrence E. Boone ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
25th percentile in DC
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.7%

Location

2200 Minnesota Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lawrence E. Boone ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Payne ES (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lee Montessori PCS - East End Washington 0.2 mi 4.3
ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC ACADEMYOOL Washington 0.3 mi 4.9
Kramer MS Washington 0.3 mi 3.6
Anacostia HS Washington 0.5 mi 6.1
Randle Highlands ES Washington 0.6 mi 5.8
Ketcham ES Washington 0.7 mi 4.6
DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES Washington 0.8 mi 8.3
Stanton ES Washington 0.9 mi 6.9
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary Washington 0.8 mi 8.1
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle Washington 0.8 mi 5.5
St. Coletta Special Education PCS Washington 1.0 mi 3.6
Payne ES Washington 1.0 mi 8.7
Rocketship PCS - Rise Academy Washington 1.1 mi 2.6
Moten ES Washington 1.2 mi 7.6
Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Capitol Hill Washington 1.1 mi 6.0
I Dream PCS Washington 1.1 mi 6.4
Eastern HS Washington 1.3 mi 5.9
DC Prep PCS - Anacostia MS Washington 1.2 mi 8.7
Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington 1.1 mi 6.7
Center City PCS - Capitol Hill Washington 1.3 mi 4.5

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

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Houston ES Washington, DC 4.8
Langley ES Washington, DC 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lawrence E. Boone ES

What grades does Lawrence E. Boone ES serve?

Lawrence E. Boone ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lawrence E. Boone ES?

Lawrence E. Boone ES has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lawrence E. Boone ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Lawrence E. Boone ES is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lawrence E. Boone ES rank in DC?

Lawrence E. Boone ES ranks #181 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Lawrence E. Boone ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Lawrence E. Boone ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Lawrence E. Boone ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lawrence E. Boone ES has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lawrence E. Boone ES a charter school?

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

Is Lawrence E. Boone ES a Title I school?

No, Lawrence E. Boone ES is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
64 Good Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.7%

District

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

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