Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Payne Es ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Payne Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Payne Es's student population of 292 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Payne Es ranks within the top 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Payne Es is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 212 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
17%
Black
53%
65%
White
35%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Payne Es's ranking?
Payne Es is ranked #82 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Payne Es often compared to?
Payne Esis often viewed alongside schools like Brent Es, Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Payne Es?
292 students attend Payne Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Payne Es students are Black, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Payne Es?
Payne Es has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Payne Es offer ?
Payne Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Payne Es part of?
Payne Es is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Payne Es located?
Payne Es is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
School Reviews
5 3/16/2012
Fine school which I visited in 2010. I still have to send a book to the school. I actually promised the students I talk to in 2010 that I will send this book. I now have the book which I will send once I contact the Principal!
NEMANI DROVA (MR.)
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