Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garrison Es ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garrison Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Garrison Es's student population of 331 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garrison Es ranks within the top 30% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garrison Es is 0.67, 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
#50 out of 212 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
21%
17%
Black
48%
65%
White
24%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garrison Es's ranking?
Garrison Es is ranked #50 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Garrison Es often compared to?
Garrison Esis often viewed alongside schools like Ross Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Garrison Es?
331 students attend Garrison Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Garrison Es students are Black, 24% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garrison Es?
Garrison Es has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Garrison Es offer ?
Garrison Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Garrison Es part of?
Garrison Es is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Garrison Es located?
Garrison Es is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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