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Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland

charterWard 5

Grant Park · Grades PK3–5

2026–27 enrollment openGet lottery alerts:

OSSE STAR Rating

SY 2018-19
3 / 5 stars · Score 49.8 / 100
Enrollment: 355

Source: OSSE School Report Card — official rating from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education.

About Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland

Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland prepares students in the District of Columbia to be global leaders, scholars, and responsible community members. The school offers a comprehensive educational experience through its core programs: Arts Integration, Dual Language/Immersion, and the International Baccalaureate. Students engage in further enrichment via the Dual Language Immersion program, the challenging International Baccalaureate Program, and Community Service Learning initiatives. An Award Winning Food Service Program supports student well-being. School hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Fridays, for students from PK3 through PK. No uniform is required. Lottery priority considers siblings currently attending and children of staff.

The Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom Public Charter School prepares students in the District of Columbia to be global leaders, scholars and responsible citizens who are committed to justice in their communities and throughout the world. Stokes School teaches children to think, speak, read, write and learn in two languages: English and French and English and Spanish. With a dual focus on academic excellence and community service, Stokes School accomplishes its mission by creating an environ

Specialized Programs

Arts IntegrationDual Language/ImmersionInternational BaccalaureateRestorative Justice ProgramSchool Garden

Enrichment

Dual Language Immersion · International Baccalaureate Program · Community Service Learning · Award Winning Food Service Program

🕐 MTWTh: 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | F: 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. | PK3-PK4: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.👔 Uniform not required

Address

3700 OAKVIEW TERRACE NE

Language Programs

Dual Language/Immersion

Enrollment Lottery

Not required

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Free transit for students

All DC residents enrolled at Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland (ages 5–21) qualify for Kids Ride Free — a SmarTrip card that grants free Metrobus, Metrorail, and DC Circulator rides on school days.

School Hours

From Google business listing — confirm with the school directly.

  • Monday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday8 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday8 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday8 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday8 AM to 1 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

Specialties

Arts IntegrationDual Language/ImmersionInternational BaccalaureateRestorative Justice ProgramSchool Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

What grades does Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland serve?+

Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland serves grades PK3–5 in the Grant Park neighborhood of Washington DC.

What ward is Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland in?+

Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland is located in Ward 5, Grant Park, Washington DC.

How do I apply to Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland?+

Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland is a DC public charter school. Contact the school directly for enrollment and seat availability.

What is Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland's OSSE star rating?+

Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland received a 3/5 star rating (★★★☆☆) from the DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) in SY 2018-19. OSSE ratings measure academic achievement, growth, and attendance.

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