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#50 of 240 schools in DC

Top 20% in state

School Without Walls at Francis-stevens

Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools

800 Euclid St. NW, Washington, DC 20001

Enrollment

529

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Washington

#50 of 240

public schools

District of Columbia elementary schools

#37 of 145

In district

#31 of 116

District of Columbia Public Schools

Equity

8.6 / 10

Exceptional

About School Without Walls at Francis-stevens

School Without Walls at Francis-stevens is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of the District of Columbia Public Schools. The school serves approximately 529 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.9/10, placing it in the 79.6th percentile among DC schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 40% proficiency in math and 44% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $138,730, where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30%
Reading/ELA Proficiency46%
Overall Proficiency38%
Expected (poverty-adj.)31%
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,629
Chronic Absenteeism24.8%

School Without Walls at Francis-stevens — Students at School Without Walls at Francis-stevens score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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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 39.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
46%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How School Without Walls at Francis-stevens Compares

See how School Without Walls at Francis-stevens performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
80th percentile in DC
Academic
8.4/10
8.4/10
Growth
7.4/10
Above average
Environment
8.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year
24.8%

Location

800 Euclid St. NW, Washington, DC 20001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering School Without Walls at Francis-stevens may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garrison ES (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Seaton ES (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 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
Cardozo Education Campus Washington 0.3 mi 4.6
Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS Washington 0.3 mi 5.3
Roosevelt STAY HS Washington 0.4 mi 2.9
Tubman ES Washington 0.5 mi 5.7
Meridian PCS Washington 0.5 mi 4.4
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights Washington 0.5 mi 6.3
Cleveland ES Washington 0.6 mi 4.6
E.L. Haynes PCS - MS Washington 0.7 mi 4.9
ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington 0.6 mi 5.1
Garrison ES Washington 0.7 mi 9.1
Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View Washington 0.7 mi 9.0
Benjamin Banneker HS Washington 0.8 mi 8.4
MYSA SCHOOL Washington 0.7 mi
Raymond ES Washington 0.8 mi 6.7
Columbia Heights Education Campus Washington 0.7 mi 6.3
Seaton ES Washington 0.9 mi 7.5
H.D. Cooke ES Washington 0.8 mi 6.4
KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS Washington 1.0 mi 4.2
KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS Washington 1.0 mi 6.4
KIPP DC - Lead Academy PCS Washington 1.0 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,730

Median Home Value

$844,500

Median Rent

$2,464/mo

Population

44,022

College Educated

77.7%

Homeownership

33.8%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

32.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding School Without Walls at Francis-stevens has a median household income of $138,730. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $844,500, with a median rent of $2,464/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about School Without Walls at Francis-stevens

What grades does School Without Walls at Francis-stevens serve?

School Without Walls at Francis-stevens serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend School Without Walls at Francis-stevens?

School Without Walls at Francis-stevens has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at School Without Walls at Francis-stevens?

The student-teacher ratio at School Without Walls at Francis-stevens is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does School Without Walls at Francis-stevens rank in DC?

School Without Walls at Francis-stevens is ranked #50 out of 240 schools in DC.

What is School Without Walls at Francis-stevens's MySchoolScout rating?

School Without Walls at Francis-stevens has a composite rating of 7.9 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 School Without Walls at Francis-stevens?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, School Without Walls at Francis-stevens has 39.7% math proficiency and 44.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is School Without Walls at Francis-stevens a charter school?

No, School Without Walls at Francis-stevens is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is School Without Walls at Francis-stevens a Title I school?

No, School Without Walls at Francis-stevens is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
76 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
79 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism
24.8%
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
#31 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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