Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nalle 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 10-14% (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 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 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nalle Elementary School serves the eastern part of Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nalle Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nalle 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 Nalle Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#170 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
14%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
7%
Showing 2002–2011. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nalle Elementary School's ranking?
Nalle Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Nalle Elementary School often compared to?
Nalle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moten Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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 Nalle Elementary School?
287 students attend Nalle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Nalle Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nalle Elementary School?
Nalle 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 Nalle Elementary School offer ?
Nalle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nalle Elementary School part of?
Nalle Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Nalle Elementary School located?
Nalle Elementary School is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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