Mann Elementary School

4430 Newark St. Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mann 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 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 70-74% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 394 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 5% in DC
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mann Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:

School Overview

Mann Elementary School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1931
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Mascot
Centaur

School Rankings

Mann 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 Mann Elementary School is 0.54, 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.
This School
State Level (DC)
#7 out of 220 schools
(Top 5%)
65-69%
22%
70-74%
31%
50-59%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
10%
63%
White
65%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.54
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Centaur
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mann Elementary School's ranking?
Mann Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Mann Elementary School often compared to?
Mann Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stoddert Elementary School, Janney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Mann Elementary School?
394 students attend Mann Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mann Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mann Elementary School?
Mann Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mann Elementary School offer ?
Mann Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mann Elementary School part of?
Mann Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Mann Elementary School located?
Mann Elementary School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
First Day of School (K-5th grades)
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
First Day of School (PreK - Last name A-L)
August 28, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of School (PreK - Last name M-Z)
August 29, 2025 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School for Students or Staff
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School for Students or Staff
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 394 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

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