Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland's student population of 286 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland ranks within the top 20% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#30 out of 220 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
36%
63%
White
40%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
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 Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland's ranking?
Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland is ranked #30 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland often compared to?
Lee Montessori Pcs - Brooklandis often viewed alongside schools like Capitol Hill Montessori School At Logan by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland?
286 students attend Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland students are White, 36% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland?
Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland offer ?
Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland part of?
Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland is part of Lee Montessori PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland located?
Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 6 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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