Below Average
#206 of 240 schools in DC
Simon ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
401 Mississippi Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20032
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#206 of 240
In Washington
#206 of 240
public schools
In district
#105 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
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About Simon ES
Simon ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Simon ES serves approximately 207 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Simon ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #206 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Simon ES show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8:1 students to teachers, Simon ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
57% of students at Simon 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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Simon ES — Students at Simon ES score 11% 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 31 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: 5.1/10.
How Simon ES Compares
See how Simon ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
401 Mississippi Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Simon ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center City PCS - Congress Heights (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Early Childhood Academy PCS (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,146
Median Home Value
$391,400
Median Rent
$1,285/mo
Population
38,828
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
22.4%
Avg Commute
36.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Center City PCS - Capitol Hill Washington, DC | 4.5 |
| Ketcham ES Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| Savoy ES Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| Smothers ES Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| Lee Montessori PCS - East End Washington, DC | 4.3 |
| King ES Washington, DC | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Simon ES
What grades does Simon ES serve?
Simon ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Simon ES?
Simon ES has an enrollment of approximately 207 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Simon ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Simon ES is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Simon ES rank in DC?
Simon ES ranks #206 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Simon ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Simon ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Simon ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Simon ES has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Simon ES a charter school?
No, Simon ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Simon ES a Title I school?
No, Simon 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
- 207
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.0%
- Phone
- (202) 645-3360
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #105 of 116
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