Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brent Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Brent Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Washington, DC, encompassing an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brent Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Brent Elementary School's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brent Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brent Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 220 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
22%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
49%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
hunter green and white
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brent Elementary School's ranking?
Brent Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Brent Elementary School often compared to?
Brent Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Ness Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Brent Elementary School?
421 students attend Brent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Brent Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brent Elementary School?
Brent Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brent Elementary School offer ?
Brent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brent Elementary School part of?
Brent Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Brent Elementary School located?
Brent Elementary School is located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 3 other public schools located in Capitol Hill.
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