Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stoddert Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stoddert 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
Stoddert Elementary School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1932
School Rankings
Stoddert 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 Stoddert Elementary School is 0.61, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
1%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
11%
62%
White
60%
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stoddert Elementary School's ranking?
Stoddert 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 Stoddert Elementary School often compared to?
Stoddert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mann Elementary School, Ross Elementary School, Janney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Stoddert Elementary School?
425 students attend Stoddert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Stoddert Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stoddert Elementary School?
Stoddert Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stoddert Elementary School offer ?
Stoddert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stoddert Elementary School part of?
Stoddert Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Stoddert Elementary School located?
Stoddert Elementary School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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