Very Good
#58 of 240 schools in DC
Top 24% in state
Moten ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
1565 Morris Rd. SE, Washington, DC 20020
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#58 of 240
In Washington
#58 of 240
public schools
In district
#35 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Moten ES
Moten ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Moten ES serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Moten ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #58 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Moten ES show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Moten ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
54% of students at Moten 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
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Moten ES — Students at Moten ES score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 8.8/10.
How Moten ES Compares
See how Moten ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1565 Morris Rd. SE, Washington, DC 20020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moten ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Excel Academy (rated 6.9/10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia MS Washington | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Johnson MS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 2.8 |
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Rocketship PCS - Rise Academy Washington | 0.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Turner ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Ketcham ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Douglas Knoll Washington | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Bard HS Early College DC (Bard DC) Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Savoy ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Excel Academy Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Anacostia HS Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Parklands at THEARC Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Stanton ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| BISHOP JOHN T WALKER SCHOOL FOR BOYS Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| BISHOP JOHN T. WALKER SCHOOL FOR BOYS Washington | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Kramer MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Washington, DC | 7.6 |
| Lee Montessori PCS - Brookland Washington, DC | 7.5 |
| Global Citizens PCS Washington, DC | 7.7 |
| Peabody ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington, DC | 7.7 |
| CAPITOL HILL DAY SCHOOL Washington, DC | 7.3 |
| KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS Washington, DC | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moten ES
What grades does Moten ES serve?
Moten ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Moten ES?
Moten ES has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moten ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Moten ES is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moten ES rank in DC?
Moten ES ranks #58 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Moten ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Moten ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Moten ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moten ES has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Moten ES a charter school?
No, Moten ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moten ES a Title I school?
No, Moten ES is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 238
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.2%
- Phone
- (202) 698-1111
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #35 of 116
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