Serving 162 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lorraine H. Whitlock 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). 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 9:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School's student population of 162 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Lorraine H. Whitlock 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 Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School is 0.20, which is less 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
#181 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
89%
62%
White
n/a
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
46.7%
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 Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School's ranking?
Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School is ranked #181 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School often compared to?
Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beers Elementary School, Amidon-bowen Elementary School, Achievement Preparatory Academy Pcs - Wahler Place Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School?
162 students attend Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School?
Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School offer ?
Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School part of?
Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School located?
Lorraine H. Whitlock Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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