Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Amidon-bowen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Amidon-bowen Elementary School's student population of 374 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Amidon-bowen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amidon-bowen Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#124 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
72%
62%
White
13%
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amidon-bowen Elementary School's ranking?
Amidon-bowen Elementary School is ranked #124 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Amidon-bowen Elementary School often compared to?
Amidon-bowen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Amidon-bowen Elementary School?
374 students attend Amidon-bowen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Amidon-bowen Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amidon-bowen Elementary School?
Amidon-bowen Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Amidon-bowen Elementary School offer ?
Amidon-bowen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amidon-bowen Elementary School part of?
Amidon-bowen Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Amidon-bowen Elementary School located?
Amidon-bowen Elementary School is located in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 1 other public schools located in Southwest Waterfront.
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