Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Takoma 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 21% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Takoma Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Takoma Es's student population of 388 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Takoma 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 Takoma Es is 0.61, which is more 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
#126 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
34%
17%
Black
52%
65%
White
11%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Takoma Es's ranking?
Takoma Es is ranked #126 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Takoma Es often compared to?
Takoma Esis often viewed alongside schools like Deal MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Takoma Es?
388 students attend Takoma Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Takoma Es students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Takoma Es?
Takoma Es has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Takoma Es offer ?
Takoma Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Takoma Es part of?
Takoma Es is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
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