Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hyde-addison Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hyde Addison Elementary School serves the west part of Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hyde-addison 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
School Overview
Hyde-addison Elementary School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hyde-addison Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hyde-addison Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 220 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
34%
62%
White
38%
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hyde-addison Elementary School's ranking?
Hyde-addison Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Hyde-addison Elementary School?
400 students attend Hyde-addison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Hyde-addison Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hyde-addison Elementary School?
Hyde-addison Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hyde-addison Elementary School offer ?
Hyde-addison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hyde-addison Elementary School part of?
Hyde-addison Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Hyde-addison Elementary School located?
Hyde-addison Elementary School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Why is a new attendance zone being added to this school? It looks like there has been a sharp increase in attendance in the past five years. How will the new attendance zone impact the demographics of the school?
5 10/10/2025
Excellent teachers and management. Osome and Very good place children to flourish.
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