Serving 422 students in grades 1-5, Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster)'s student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) ranks within the top 20% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#39 out of 212 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)48%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
17%
Black
59%
65%
White
30%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster)'s ranking?
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) is ranked #39 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) often compared to?
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster)is often viewed alongside schools like Tyler Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster)?
422 students attend Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) students are Black, 30% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster)?
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) offer ?
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) part of?
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
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