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DCPS Ward 7 PK3 to 5

Smothers Elementary School

4400 BROOKS STREET NE, Washington, DC

14.3%
ELA Proficiency
5.9%
Math Proficiency
8.6:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
63%
Teacher Retention

Programs & Activities

Academic Programs

Arts Integration Blended Learning STEM Restorative Justice School Gardens

Student Demographics

Source: OSSE enrollment data. Percentages reflect the school's student population composition.

Black / African American 88%
Hispanic / Latino 12%

Staff & Leadership

School Leader Experience
N/A
Teacher Retention Rate
63%

This school may be a fit if…

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  • STEM-focused learning is a priority
  • arts-integrated learning appeals to your child
  • after-school care is important
  • metro or bus accessibility matters to your family
  • you live in or near Ward 7

Data sources: Academic proficiency data from OSSE PARCC/STAR assessments. Lottery match rates from MySchoolDC results. Demographics from OSSE enrollment reports. Teacher data from OSSE educator reports. Last updated: December 22, 2025.

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Lottery Information

Match Rate 92%
Total Matches 12
Waitlist Length 1
Equitable Access No

Match rates are from the most recent MySchoolDC lottery results and may vary year to year.

School Logistics

Before Care Not available
After Care Available
Uniform Required Yes
Metro/Bus Access Yes
Metro: Benning Rd
Bus: C21, C23, C31, C37, C57, D24, D2X

Open House Dates

  • 📅 Mar.11, 2026 10:00am-12:00pm
  • 📅 Apr.20, 2026 05:00pm-07:00pm
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