Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hearst Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hearst Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hearst Elementary School's student population of 337 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Hearst Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hearst Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#10 out of 220 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
19%
63%
White
55%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hearst Elementary School's ranking?
Hearst Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Hearst Elementary School often compared to?
Hearst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Janney Elementary School, Murch Elementary School, Eaton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Hearst Elementary School?
337 students attend Hearst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hearst Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hearst Elementary School?
Hearst Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hearst Elementary School offer ?
Hearst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hearst Elementary School part of?
Hearst Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Hearst Elementary School located?
Hearst Elementary School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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