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#16 of 45 private schools in DC
Top 33% of private schools
Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's
Elementary School
6045 16TH ST NW, Washington, DC 20011
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
District of Columbia private schools
#16 of 45
In Washington
#16 of 45
public schools
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Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's
Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's is a private elementary school in Washington, DC. Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #16 of 45 private schools in DC.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 7:1 students to teachers, Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's compares to 207 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's (this school) | 6.8 |
| Military Road Early Learning Center | 6.3 |
| Friendship PCS - Online Academy | 3.2 |
| Brightwood ES | 6.1 |
| Center City PCS - Brightwood | 8.1 |
| District of Columbia International School | 8.7 |
| Paul PCS - MS | 5.6 |
| John Lewis ES | 7.6 |
| Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS | 6.6 |
| Ida B. Wells MS | 7.8 |
| Truesdell ES | 5.9 |
| Whittier ES | 8.8 |
| Takoma ES | 6.6 |
| Capital City PCS - MS | 5.7 |
| Capital City PCS - Lower School | 4.0 |
| Breakthrough Montessori PCS | 4.7 |
| Washington Latin PCS - MS | 6.7 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary | 8.2 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Middle | 7.6 |
| Shepherd ES | 8.7 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES | 8.7 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DC.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in DC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6045 16TH ST NW, Washington, DC 20011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whittier ES (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shepherd ES (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dorothy I. Height ES (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Military Road Early Learning Center Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Friendship PCS - Online Academy Washington | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Brightwood ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Center City PCS - Brightwood Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| District of Columbia International School Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Paul PCS - MS Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Paul PCS - International HS Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| John Lewis ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Truesdell ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Coolidge HS Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Ida B. Wells MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Whittier ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Takoma ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOHNS COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| ASHREINU SCHOOL FOR GIRLS INC. Washington | 1.4 mi | — |
| Shepherd ES Washington | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| LOWELL SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES Washington | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| MacFarland MS Washington | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
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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| Raymond ES Washington, DC | 6.7 |
| Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington, DC | 6.7 |
| Barnard ES Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Cedar Tree Academy PCS Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Excel Academy Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Stanton ES Washington, DC | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's
What grades does Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's serve?
Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's?
Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's?
The student-teacher ratio at Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's rank in DC?
Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's ranks #16 of 45 private schools in DC.
What is Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's's MySchoolScout rating?
Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's a private school?
Yes, Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's a religious school?
Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's has a Jewish religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 460
- Gender Split
- 35% M / 65% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 291-5737
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