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#64 of 240 schools in DC

Top 26% in state

Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland

Elementary School · Lee Montessori PCS

3025 4TH STREET NE, Washington, DC 20017

Charter

Enrollment

286

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#64 of 240

In Washington

#64 of 240

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Lee Montessori PCS

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland

7.5/10

Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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About Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland

Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Lee Montessori PCS. Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #64 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.9
  • DC avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Lee Montessori 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-0.4 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.8% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.6% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (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+12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,791
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland — Students at Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland score 37% 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 30.5% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
33.1% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 38.5% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
37.8% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 20 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
24.5%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
31.8%
ELA
38.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland Compares

See how Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in DC
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Location

3025 4TH STREET NE, Washington, DC 20017

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS (rated 8.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Yu Ying PCS (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Leadership Academy PCS Washington 0.0 mi 5.8
DC Prep PCS - Edgewood MS Washington 0.3 mi 5.9
Hope Community PCS - Tolson Washington 0.2 mi 3.4
Washington Latin PCS - Anna Julia Cooper MS Washington 0.3 mi 9.3
DC Prep PCS - Edgewood ES Washington 0.3 mi 5.0
Capital Village PCS Washington 0.3 mi 5.7
Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS Washington 0.3 mi 8.8
Noyes ES Washington 0.4 mi 6.3
Luke C. Moore HS Washington 0.4 mi 5.3
ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington 0.5 mi 5.6
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland Washington 0.7 mi 7.1
Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy PCS Washington 0.7 mi 5.9
Brookland MS Washington 0.8 mi 7.6
McKinley Technology HS Washington 0.9 mi 6.9
McKinley MS Washington 0.9 mi 7.1
Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence Washington 0.9 mi 6.7
Washington Yu Ying PCS Washington 1.0 mi 7.8
Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS Washington 0.9 mi 6.0
ARCHBISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL Washington 1.0 mi 5.4
Langley ES Washington 1.0 mi 4.8

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland

What grades does Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland serve?

Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland?

Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland?

The student-teacher ratio at Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland rank in DC?

Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland ranks #64 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland's MySchoolScout rating?

Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland a charter school?

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

Is Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland a Title I school?

No, Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
70 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
88 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

Lee Montessori PCS
District Enrollment
502
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,791
District Rank
#1 of 2

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