Serving 171 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ross 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 75-79% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher 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.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Ross Elementary School serves the west part of its district in Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ross Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ross Elementary School's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat 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
171 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Ross 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 Ross Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#3 out of 220 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
22%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
31%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.3%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
49%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 26-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 Ross Elementary School's ranking?
Ross Elementary School is ranked #3 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Ross Elementary School often compared to?
Ross Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Janney Elementary School, Stoddert Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Ross Elementary School?
171 students attend Ross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ross Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ross Elementary School?
Ross 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 Ross Elementary School offer ?
Ross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ross Elementary School part of?
Ross Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Ross Elementary School located?
Ross Elementary School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
As a new parent to Ross I gave this review in 2009 that is read - 2012 what can I say fours years later . Ross over all is a good school but the vibe had shifted - The message is community and the children and that's not what I feel anymore- don't get me wrong my daughter loves her teachers and her friends but there is a divide among the teachers and parents and that is all about leadership and teamwork that has to be earned through respect for what everyone brings to the table and I feel it is very lacking - I tell my daughter we should let the kids run the school as they speak with such raw truth and realness that would put the leaders and grown ups to shame- there are those select few teachers who when they say its about the kids it's about the kids -- I stay for those few
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