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John Lewis Elementary School (formerly West ES)

DCPS School

Grades Served
in 2022-23 PK3–5

Grades Accepting
New Applicants in 2022-23 All

Address 1338 Farragut St. NW Phone 202-576-6226 Who can I talk to about special education services? Barbara Arbiter
202-258-4227
[email protected]

West will offer Equitable Access designated seats in the lottery.

School Hours 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
Extended Hours 8:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.
3:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Before and after care available_{Sliding Scale/Voucher}_{Contact school for details}

School Uniform Required

2018-19 STAR RATING(CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE)

About this school

John Lewis Elementary (JLES) a School-wide Enrichment Model (SEM) school that provides advanced-level enrichment opportunities for all scholars. Throughout the day, scholars have enrichment opportunities via online tools, small group interactive experiences as well as off-campus excursions. At JLES, we are rooted in our strong love for students, families, and our diverse community. We strive to develop continuous learners who embody justice, leadership, enrichment, and service by engaging in the joy of learning.

Feeder Pattern

MacFarland Middle School

Specialized Programs

Blended Learning

Additional Enrichment Offered

SEM - Schoolwide Enrichment Model, Conscious Discipline, Schoolwide Theater Program

Points of Pride

• We challenge all scholars with rigorous, project-based learning experiences in small groups
• We are a Flamboyan partner school for 2 years and have increased parent participation in conferences to 90% in one year
• We partner with the Fillmore Arts Center to provide music instruction to our scholars, in addition to Spanish, Art, PE and Library

2019-20 PARCC Scores

Math

Student Proficiency Levels

ELA

Student Proficiency Levels

Did not yet meet expectations
Partially met expectations
Approached expectations
Met expectations
Exceeded expectations

Total 2020-21 Enrollment 317 Student Demographics

51% Black/African-American

1% Asian

21% Hispanic / Latino

<1% Native American / Alaska Native

<1% Native Hawaiian / Other Pacific Islander

23% White non-Hispanic

4% Multiracial

Lottery Preferences
1. In-boundary w/Sibling Attending
2. In-boundary w/Sibling Offered
3. In-boundary
4. Sibling Attending
5. Sibling Offered
6. Proximity
Additional Resources

School Report Card

DCPS Profiles

Historical Waitlist Information

2021-2022 LOTTERY

PK3

41

52

PK4

22

38

K

9

12

1

5

2

5

2

3

5

4

5

2

5

_{Federal and District law require equal access to services for students with special education needs and English Language Learners. For additional information, please contact the Office of the State Superintendent of Education at (202) 727-6436 or at [email protected].}

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