Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Plummer 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 20-24% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plummer Elementary School serves the southeast part of Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plummer Elementary School's student population of 233 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Plummer 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 Plummer Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#115 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
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
21%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.2%
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)
1%
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 Plummer Elementary School's ranking?
Plummer Elementary School is ranked #115 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Plummer Elementary School often compared to?
Plummer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Randle Highlands 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Plummer Elementary School?
233 students attend Plummer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Plummer Elementary School students are Black, and 21% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plummer Elementary School?
Plummer 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 Plummer Elementary School offer ?
Plummer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plummer Elementary School part of?
Plummer Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Plummer Elementary School located?
Plummer Elementary School is located in the Benning Ridge neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 4 other public schools located in Benning Ridge.
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