Serving 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smothers 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Smothers Elementary School serves the eastern part of Washington, DC, encompassing an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smothers Elementary School's student population of 250 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excite. Reach. Learn. Grow.
School Rankings
Smothers 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 Smothers Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#185 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
88%
62%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.8%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Smothers Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Smothers Elementary School often compared to?
Smothers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Elementary School, Houston Elementary School, Stanton Elementary School 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 22% DC state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Smothers Elementary School?
250 students attend Smothers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Smothers Elementary School students are Black, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smothers Elementary School?
Smothers 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 Smothers Elementary School offer ?
Smothers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smothers Elementary School part of?
Smothers Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Smothers Elementary School located?
Smothers Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i went to this school from pre k through 6th grade loved it grd 2006
Review Smothers Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When Your Child Gets a Teacher You Didn't Request
Learn what parents can do when a child is assigned to an unexpected teacher, including when to wait, communicate, document concerns, request support, and seek reassignment appropriately.
Before Accepting a Public School Seat: 15 Checks
Before accepting a public school seat, parents should verify enrollment terms, transportation, staffing, academics, safety, support services, schedules, attendance rules, extracurriculars, costs, and long-term placement details carefully.
Will This Public School Offer the Same Programs Next Year?
Learn how parents can determine whether public school programs will continue next year by checking budgets, enrollment, staffing, board documents, grants, course schedules, and district priorities before enrolling.
