Serving 189 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Drew Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drew Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Drew Elementary School's student population of 189 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Drew Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drew Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#198 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
93%
63%
White
2%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
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 Drew Elementary School's ranking?
Drew Elementary School is ranked #198 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Drew Elementary School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Drew Elementary School?
189 students attend Drew Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Drew Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Drew Elementary School?
Drew Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Drew Elementary School offer ?
Drew Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Drew Elementary School part of?
Drew Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Drew Elementary School located?
Drew Elementary School is located in the Northeast Boundary neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 1 other public schools located in Northeast Boundary.
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