Bruce-Monroe Elementary School at Park View is a bilingual elementary school in Washington, D.C. Named after Blanche Bruce and James Monroe, it has been located in the historic Park View School in the city's Park View neighborhood since 2008. It is part of the District of Columbia Public Schools.
Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bruce-monroe Es At Park View ranks in the top 30% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bruce-monroe Es At Park View ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bruce-monroe Es At Park View's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1916
School Rankings
Bruce-monroe Es At Park View ranks within the top 30% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bruce-monroe Es At Park View is 0.55, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#48 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
64%
19%
Black
14%
63%
White
15%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bruce-monroe Es At Park View's ranking?
Bruce-monroe Es At Park View is ranked #48 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Bruce-monroe Es At Park View?
436 students attend Bruce-monroe Es At Park View.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bruce-monroe Es At Park View students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bruce-monroe Es At Park View?
Bruce-monroe Es At Park View has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bruce-monroe Es At Park View offer ?
Bruce-monroe Es At Park View offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bruce-monroe Es At Park View part of?
Bruce-monroe Es At Park View is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Bruce-monroe Es At Park View located?
Bruce-monroe Es At Park View is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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