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Very Good

#29 of 240 schools in DC

Top 12% 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

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Washington

#29 of 239

public schools

District of Columbia elementary schools

#24 of 145

In district

#17 of 116

District of Columbia Public Schools

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Oyster-adams Bilingual School

Oyster-Adams Bilingual School serves 781 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade across two campuses in Northwest Washington, DC. This regular public school maintains an excellent 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 65 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an environment conducive to personalized attention and academic success. The school demonstrates outstanding academic performance, earning an impressive 8.2 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking fourth among 240 schools in the District of Columbia, placing it in the 99th percentile statewide.

With an academic score of 9.3 out of 10, students show strong proficiency across core subjects, with 65% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, and 53% reaching proficiency in mathematics. Located in the affluent ZIP code 20008, Oyster-Adams serves a highly educated community where 90% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's median household income of $123,134 and median home value of $905,900 reflect the area's prosperity, while maintaining a relatively low poverty rate of 7.7%.

The school's dual-campus structure at 2801 Calvert Street NW and 2501 11th Street NW positions it within one of Washington's most desirable residential areas, surrounded by a community that highly values educational achievement.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-2.33 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53%
Reading/ELA Proficiency65%
Overall Proficiency59%
Expected (poverty-adj.)25%
vs. Expected+34.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,425

Oyster-adams Bilingual School — Students at Oyster-adams Bilingual School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores DC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
57%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
65%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Oyster-adams Bilingual School Compares

See how Oyster-adams Bilingual School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
88th percentile in DC
Academic
9.5/10
9.5/10
Growth
7.0/10
Above average
Environment
7.5/10
Above average

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. AIDAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hyde-Addison ES (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Eaton ES (rated 7.6/10, 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 8.1
MARET SCHOOL Washington 0.4 mi 8.2
WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Washington 0.6 mi 6.6
BRITISH INT'L SCHL WASHINGTON Washington 0.7 mi 5.8
Eaton ES Washington 0.8 mi 7.6
Hardy MS Washington 0.8 mi 7.6
FUSION ACADEMY WDC: WASHINGTON D.C. Washington 0.9 mi 5.9
Duke Ellington School of the Arts Washington 1.0 mi 7.3
Hyde-Addison ES Washington 1.1 mi 8.0
Marie Reed ES Washington 1.0 mi 6.9
THE FRENCH MATERNAL SCHOOL Washington 1.2 mi
GEORGETOWN VISITATION PREPARATORY SCHOOL Washington 1.2 mi 4.7
H.D. Cooke ES Washington 1.0 mi 3.5
EDMUND BURKE SCHOOL Washington 1.3 mi 7.3
WHITTLE SCHOOL AND STUDIOS Washington 1.3 mi 8.4
WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS Washington 1.3 mi 8.4
Bancroft ES Washington 1.2 mi 5.7
GEORGETOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington 1.4 mi
HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Washington 1.3 mi 6.7
ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington 1.1 mi 7.5

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Oyster-adams Bilingual School has a median household income of $123,653. It is a well-educated community where 89% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $894,100, with a median rent of $2,202/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Takoma ES Washington, DC 7.7
Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS Washington, DC 7.9
Washington Yu Ying PCS Washington, DC 8.0
Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS Washington, DC 8.1
School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens Washington, DC 8.2
Lafayette ES Washington, DC 7.3

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 is ranked #29 out of 240 schools in DC.

What is Oyster-adams Bilingual School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oyster-adams Bilingual School has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Oyster-adams Bilingual School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Oyster-adams Bilingual School has 55.0% math proficiency and 70.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
71 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,514/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Washington). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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