Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J.o. Wilson Es ranks in the top 50% 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 20-24% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.o. Wilson Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J.o. Wilson Es's student population of 424 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J.o. Wilson Es ranks within the top 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J.o. Wilson Es is 0.36, which is less 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
#102 out of 212 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
17%
Black
79%
65%
White
10%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.o. Wilson Es's ranking?
J.o. Wilson Es is ranked #102 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are J.o. Wilson Es often compared to?
J.o. Wilson Esis often viewed alongside schools like Ludlow-taylor Es, Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend J.o. Wilson Es?
424 students attend J.o. Wilson Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of J.o. Wilson Es students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J.o. Wilson Es?
J.o. Wilson Es has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does J.o. Wilson Es offer ?
J.o. Wilson Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is J.o. Wilson Es part of?
J.o. Wilson Es is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is J.o. Wilson Es located?
J.o. Wilson Es is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for Seniors
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School
June 17, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
June 17, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of School for K-12 Students
August 26, 2024 (Monday)
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