Excellent
#43 of 240 schools in DC
Top 18% in state
Oyster-adams Bilingual School
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
2801 Calvert St. NW and 2501 11th St. NW, Washington, DC 20008
Enrollment
781
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
781
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#43 of 240
In Washington
#43 of 240
public schools
In district
#26 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Oyster-adams Bilingual School
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About Oyster-adams Bilingual School
Oyster-adams Bilingual School is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Oyster-adams Bilingual School serves approximately 781 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Oyster-adams Bilingual School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #43 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Oyster-adams Bilingual School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Oyster-adams Bilingual School — Students at Oyster-adams Bilingual School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 38 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: 6.6/10.
How Oyster-adams Bilingual School Compares
See how Oyster-adams Bilingual School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2801 Calvert St. NW and 2501 11th St. NW, Washington, DC 20008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oyster-adams Bilingual School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bancroft ES (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Marie Reed ES (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Eaton ES (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AIDAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| MARET SCHOOL Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| BRITISH INT'L SCHL WASHINGTON Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Eaton ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Hardy MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| FUSION ACADEMY WDC: WASHINGTON D.C. Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Hyde-Addison ES Washington | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Marie Reed ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| THE FRENCH MATERNAL SCHOOL Washington | 1.2 mi | — |
| GEORGETOWN VISITATION PREPARATORY SCHOOL Washington | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| H.D. Cooke ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| EDMUND BURKE SCHOOL Washington | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| WHITTLE SCHOOL AND STUDIOS Washington | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS Washington | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Bancroft ES Washington | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| GEORGETOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | — |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Washington | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,653
Median Home Value
$894,100
Median Rent
$2,202/mo
Population
28,743
College Educated
88.9%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington, DC | 8.2 |
| Murch ES Washington, DC | 7.9 |
| School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens Washington, DC | 7.9 |
| DC Bilingual PCS Washington, DC | 8.3 |
| Tyler ES Washington, DC | 8.3 |
| Washington Yu Ying PCS Washington, DC | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oyster-adams Bilingual School
What grades does Oyster-adams Bilingual School serve?
Oyster-adams Bilingual School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Oyster-adams Bilingual School?
Oyster-adams Bilingual School has an enrollment of approximately 781 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oyster-adams Bilingual School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oyster-adams Bilingual School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oyster-adams Bilingual School rank in DC?
Oyster-adams Bilingual School ranks #43 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Oyster-adams Bilingual School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oyster-adams Bilingual School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Oyster-adams Bilingual School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oyster-adams Bilingual School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Oyster-adams Bilingual School a charter school?
No, Oyster-adams Bilingual School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oyster-adams Bilingual School a Title I school?
No, Oyster-adams Bilingual School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 781
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.0%
- Phone
- (202) 671-6130
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #26 of 116
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