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#971 of 1,363 schools in MD
Doswell E. Brooks Elementary
Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools
1301 Brooke Rd, Capital Heights, MD 20743
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#971 of 1,363
In Capital Heights
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#103 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Doswell E. Brooks Elementary
Elementary School in Capital Heights · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Doswell E. Brooks Elementary
Doswell E. Brooks Elementary is a public elementary school in Capital Heights, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Doswell E.
Brooks Elementary serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Doswell E. Brooks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #971 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Doswell E. Brooks Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Doswell E. Brooks Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at Doswell E. Brooks Elementary 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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Doswell E. Brooks Elementary — Students at Doswell E. Brooks Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Doswell E. Brooks Elementary Compares
See how Doswell E. Brooks Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1301 Brooke Rd, Capital Heights, MD 20743
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Doswell E. Brooks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Capitol Heights Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Capitol Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is C.W. Harris ES (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William W. Hall Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Capitol Heights), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Capital Heights, see our Capital Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| William W. Hall Academy Capitol Heights | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Concord Elementary District Heights | 0.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Capitol Heights Elementary Capitol Heights | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Francis Scott Key Elementary District Heights | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| District Heights Elementary District Heights | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Bradbury Heights Elementary Capital Heights | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Suitland High Suitland | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| C.W. Harris ES Washington | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Drew-Freeman Middle District Heights | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| DC Scholars PCS Washington | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End Washington | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Maya Angelou PCS - HS Washington | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Central High Capitol Heights | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Suitland Elementary Suitland | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Walker Mill Middle Capitol Heights | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| John H. Bayne Elementary Capitol Heights | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Nalle ES Washington | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS Washington | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS Washington | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20743 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,332
Median Home Value
$317,100
Median Rent
$1,614/mo
Population
39,439
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
38.9
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| ST JOHN'S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood, MD | 5.2 |
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| Baden Elementary Brandywine, MD | 5.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Doswell E. Brooks Elementary
What grades does Doswell E. Brooks Elementary serve?
Doswell E. Brooks Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Doswell E. Brooks Elementary?
Doswell E. Brooks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Doswell E. Brooks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Doswell E. Brooks Elementary is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Doswell E. Brooks Elementary rank in MD?
Doswell E. Brooks Elementary ranks #971 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Doswell E. Brooks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Doswell E. Brooks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Doswell E. Brooks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Doswell E. Brooks Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Doswell E. Brooks Elementary a charter school?
No, Doswell E. Brooks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Doswell E. Brooks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Doswell E. Brooks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Doswell E. Brooks Elementary?
75.1% of students at Doswell E. Brooks Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (301) 817-0480
Resources & Links
District
Prince George's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 131,310
- Schools in District
- 199
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,789
- District Rank
- #103 of 194
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