Serving 228 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas 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 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Elementary School's student population of 228 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas 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 Thomas Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#124 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
91%
62%
White
1%
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.3%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Elementary School is ranked #124 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Thomas Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Houston Elementary School, Smothers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Thomas Elementary School?
228 students attend Thomas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Thomas Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Elementary School?
Thomas Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomas Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Elementary School part of?
Thomas Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Elementary School located?
Thomas Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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