Below Average
#201 of 240 schools in DC
Smothers ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
4400 Brooks St. NE, Washington, DC 20019
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#201 of 240
In Washington
#201 of 240
public schools
In district
#100 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
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Smothers ES
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About Smothers ES
Smothers ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Smothers ES serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Smothers ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #201 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Smothers ES show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Smothers ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
46% of students at Smothers 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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Smothers ES — Students at Smothers ES score 10% 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 30 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Smothers ES Compares
See how Smothers ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4400 Brooks St. NE, Washington, DC 20019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smothers ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Citizens PCS (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Garfield ES (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nalle ES (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kelly Miller MS Washington | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Plummer ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning MS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Global Citizens PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| The SEED PCS of Washington DC Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| THE MONROE SCHOOL Washington | 0.6 mi | — |
| Nalle ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| IDEA PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| KIPP DC - LEAP Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS-WASHINGTON Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Ron Brown College Preparatory HS Washington | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Garfield ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,031
Median Home Value
$437,600
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
64,365
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.9%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ketcham ES Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| Savoy ES Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| Center City PCS - Capitol Hill Washington, DC | 4.5 |
| Cleveland ES Washington, DC | 4.5 |
| Simon ES Washington, DC | 4.5 |
| Houston ES Washington, DC | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Smothers ES
What grades does Smothers ES serve?
Smothers ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Smothers ES?
Smothers ES has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smothers ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Smothers ES is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Smothers ES rank in DC?
Smothers ES ranks #201 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Smothers ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Smothers ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Smothers ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Smothers ES has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Smothers ES a charter school?
No, Smothers ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Smothers ES a Title I school?
No, Smothers 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
- 232
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (202) 939-3600
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #100 of 116
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