Serving 195 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smothers Es ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smothers Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Smothers Es's student population of 195 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smothers Es ranks within the bottom 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smothers Es is 0.18, which is less 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
#200 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤5%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
17%
Black
90%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
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)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smothers Es's ranking?
Smothers Es is ranked #200 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Smothers Es often compared to?
Smothers Esis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Es, Houston Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Smothers Es?
195 students attend Smothers Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Smothers Es students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smothers Es?
Smothers Es has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Smothers Es offer ?
Smothers Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Smothers Es part of?
Smothers Es is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Smothers Es located?
Smothers Es is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day for Students
June 17, 2024 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
i went to this school from pre k through 6th grade loved it grd 2006
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