BRENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Brent ES is a public elementary school that is part of the District of Columbia Public Schools school district, located in Washington, DC with about 425 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 29 teachers, Brent ES has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Brent Elementary School, located at 301 North Carolina Ave SE in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, D.C., is a highly regarded public school within the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to academic excellence. Its central location near the U.S. Capitol makes it a focal point for families living in the historic Capitol Hill area, often serving as a hub for local civic and educational engagement.

Academically, Brent Elementary is recognized for its dedicated faculty and a curriculum that balances core subjects with social-emotional learning. The school benefits from a highly active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) that supports various enrichment programs, facilities improvements, and extracurricular activities. By fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment, Brent Elementary strives to prepare its diverse student body for middle school and beyond, maintaining a reputation as one of the standout neighborhood schools in the nation’s capital.

For more information, contact Brent ES at (202) 698-3363 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.