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Beers Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 386 students
“We are best known for SAM & STEM Programs.”
 
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Posted February 16, 2013
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My child is not a student here as of yet, but I pray he gets in. He has attended during the summer and I love the school. There is a pleasant atmosphere, the children and staff from Beers are respectable and well mannered.
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Posted February 14, 2013
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I am really loving my children School. The staff is awesome and always professional, the teachers are very resourceful and the principal has the best interest for the children. She is the best.. Not to mention there were 2 teacher of the years from Beers ES one 3rd grade and one 5th grade teacher. Beers is the best hidden Gem East of the River...
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Beers has the NASA Program, it is a STEM School, they are a SAM school,how great is that! The teachers really care and work hard to make sure that the children get it. The best part is that many of the staff have had their own children at Beers, what a testiment. They have a great principal finally.
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Posted January 15, 2008
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Anne Beers is a magnificient school. The principal and teachers work hard. The teachers all work together. Anne Beers is a family school. They even have community people who volunteer in the school. All of this good stuff is because of the new principal that we got in 2006. The building is much nicer and the staff work hard. They really care about the children and push them hard. Now maybe Beers will get back to where it use to be.
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Posted February 7, 2005
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There are no current activities for the musically inclined student. My experiences with Beers Elem. have been horrible. The kids are rude and bullies. They have a tendency to disrespect each other and continuously 'assault' each other. I have two children attending this school and the coaches for the cheerleaders, has 'accidently' forgot to bring my children to me. Basically, my oldest child was left at an Elementary School in Washington, DC without supervision. Imagine that! What type of staff does this principal hire or allow to volunteer. Are the children really safe at Anne Beers? Does the staff really care about these kids? Or are they just doing enough to get their paychecks? The principal doesn't return phone calls, doesn't follow-up for scheduled appointments, and in the time of crisis - he ignores the parents needs and feelings. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS SCHOOL!
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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 37% in 2012.

38 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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34%

2011

 
 
33%

2010

 
 
29%

2009

 
 
25%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 41% in 2012.

38 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
34%

2011

 
 
40%

2010

 
 
29%

2009

 
 
34%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington, D.C. used the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and science in grades 5, 8, and High School. The DC-CAS is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the District of Columbia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

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Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 52% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
24%

2010

 
 
45%

2009

 
 
54%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 49% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
54%

2011

 
 
39%

2010

 
 
54%

2009

 
 
37%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington, D.C. used the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and science in grades 5, 8, and High School. The DC-CAS is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the District of Columbia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

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Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 50% in 2012.

40 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
22%

2010

 
 
58%

2009

 
 
49%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 48% in 2012.

40 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
39%

2010

 
 
52%

2009

 
 
51%
Science

The state average for Science was 36% in 2011.

39 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
15%

2010

 
 
17%

2009

 
 
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Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests

In 2011-2012 Washington, D.C. used the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and science in grades 5, 8, and High School. The DC-CAS is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the District of Columbia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Washington DC's state standards

Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 100% 80%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 2%
Hispanic 0% 12%
White 0% 7%
Source: NCES, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 180%N/A70%
Special education 221%N/A13%
English learners 21%N/A7%
Source: 1 NCES, 2009-2010
Source: 2 Office of the State Superintendent of Education, 2011-2012

Attendance

  This school District averageState average
All Students 99%N/AN/A
Black, not Hispanic 99%N/AN/A
Economically disadvantaged 98%N/AN/A
Students with disabilities 99%N/AN/A
Source: DCPS, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 26N/A14

Teacher resources

Special staff resources available to students Assistant principal(s)
Art teacher(s)
Computer specialist(s)
Gardening teacher(s)
Instructional aide(s)/coach(es)
Librarian/media specialist(s)
Music teacher(s)
PE instructor(s)
Nurse(s)
Reading specialist(s)
Security personnel
School psychologist
School social worker/counselors(s)
Special education coordinator
Speech and language therapist(s)
Teacher aid/assistant teacher
Tutor(s)
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Special education / special needs

Level of special education programming offered
  • Intensive - the school offers a full program for many needs and/or offers at least one very comprehensive program for very challenging needs such as autism or complete visual impairment
Specialized programs for specific types of special education students
  • Autism
  • Multiple disabilities
  • Other health impairments
  • Significant developmental delay
  • Specific learning disabilities
  • Speech and language impairments
Staff resources available to students
  • Special education coordinator
  • Speech and language therapist(s)

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM)

Specific academic themes or areas of focus
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Technology
Staff resources available to students
  • Computer specialist(s)
  • Gardening teacher(s)
School facilities
  • Computer lab
  • Garden/Greenhouse
  • Outdoor learning lab
  • Science lab
Clubs
  • Gardening

Arts & music

Staff resources available to students
  • Art teacher(s)
  • Music teacher(s)
School facilities
  • Art room
  • Music room
  • Performance stage
Music
  • Choir / Chorus
  • Instrumental music lessons

Language learning

Foreign languages taught
  • None offered at this time.
Level of ESL/ELL programming offered
  • Basic - the school offers or partners to provide services based on the needs of individual students
Staff resources available to students
  • Speech and language therapist(s)

Health & athletics

Staff resources available to students
  • Gardening teacher(s)
  • Instructional aide(s)/coach(es)
  • Nurse(s)
  • PE instructor(s)
  • School psychologist
School facilities
  • Access to sports fields
  • Garden/Greenhouse
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
Clubs
  • Gardening
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

School start time
  • 8:45am
School end time
  • 3:15pm
Before school or after school care / program onsite
  • After school
School Leader's name
  • Gwendolyn Payton
Best ways for parents to contact the school
  • Phone
Is there an application process?
  • Yes
Fax number
  • (202) 645-3225

Programs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus

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  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Technology
Bi-lingual or language immersion programs offered

Don't understand these terms?
  • No
Level of special education programming offered
  • Intensive - the school offers a full program for many needs and/or offers at least one very comprehensive program for very challenging needs such as autism or complete visual impairment
Specialized programs for specific types of special education students
  • Autism
  • Multiple disabilities
  • Other health impairments
  • Significant developmental delay
  • Specific learning disabilities
  • Speech and language impairments
Foreign languages taught
  • None offered at this time.
Level of ESL/ELL programming offered
  • Basic - the school offers or partners to provide services based on the needs of individual students

Resources

Staff resources available to students
  • Art teacher(s)
  • Assistant principal(s)
  • Computer specialist(s)
  • Gardening teacher(s)
  • Instructional aide(s)/coach(es)
  • Librarian/media specialist(s)
  • Music teacher(s)
  • Nurse(s)
  • PE instructor(s)
  • Reading specialist(s)
  • School psychologist
  • School social worker/counselors(s)
  • Security personnel
  • Special education coordinator
  • Speech and language therapist(s)
  • Teacher aid/assistant teacher
  • Tutor(s)
Extra learning resources offered
  • Counseling
  • Remediation
Transportation provided for students by the school / district
  • Transportation provided for special education students only
  • W4 (Deanwood Station - Anacostia Station), V5, M2 (L'Enfant Plaza - Fairfax Village), 36 (Friendship Heights - Naylor Road Station), 39 (Potomac Park - Naylor Rd Station), F14 (New Carrolton - Naylor Rd Station), 34 (Suitland Station)
School facilities
  • Access to sports fields
  • Art room
  • Audiovisual aids
  • Auditorium
  • Cafeteria
  • Computer lab
  • Garden/Greenhouse
  • Gym
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Library
  • Music room
  • Outdoor learning lab
  • Parent center
  • Performance stage
  • Playground
  • Science lab
Partnerships with local resources and organizations
  • Georgetown University Marine Biology
  • Walmart
  • Drinker and Biddle
  • NASA Goddard
  • Children/s Hopital
School leaders can update this information here.

Sports

Boys sports
  • Soccer
Girls sports
  • Soccer

Arts & music

Music
  • Choir / Chorus
  • Instrumental music lessons

Student clubs

Clubs (distinct from courses)
  • Chess club
  • Gardening
School leaders can update this information here.

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Bullying policy
  • This school has a bullying and/or cyber bullying policy in place.
Parent involvement
  • Attend parent nights
  • Join PTO/PTA
  • Volunteer in the classroom
  • Volunteer time after school
School colors
  • Blue, Yellow
School mascot
  • Cheetah
More from this school
  • Anne Beers is a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Catalyst School, only one of 6 in the District. Beers holds 3 STEM events during the school year which highlight student learning and showcases our STEM partners such as Georgetown University, Children's National Hospital, District Department of Environment (DDOE), The University of the District of Columbia (UDC), Drinker Biddle Law Firm, Walmart, The Air and Space Museum and NASA, to name a few. Parental participation during our STEM events is phenomenal. Beers received a visit from the Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan to learn more about our School Wide Application Model (SAM), which ensures that all resources and supports serve all students. Staff members have children who currently or have in the past attended Anne Beers. We have staff members who as children themselves attended Beers. Our staff turnover is extremely low and retention is very high, providing stability for students and families. Anne Beers has established multiple partnerships which support our students and staff. Anne Beers has a large early childhood program for students ages 3 years and up. Enrollment at Beers has steadily increased and currently serves 412 students which is up from 318 (2006). Anne Beers is an ADA compliant facility and is mostly accessible to persons with disabilities. Anne Beers is a student friendly family oriented community school where students are not only taught to respect and appreciate themselves but also to embrace the diversity of others. Beers promotes literacy growth and development through numerous literacy events such as Family Literacy Night and Summer Reading Kick-Off Event where students and family members had the opportunity to receive free reading materials as well as information on ways they could continue to promote literacy during the summer months. Students and their families help to maintain our school garden and reap the benefits of eating fresh healthy herbs and vegetables. Teaming, collaboration and a great school culture are essential to our learning community.
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