Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Turner 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 ≤5% (which is lower 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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Turner Elementary School serves the southern part of Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turner Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Turner 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 Turner Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#217 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
96%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.6%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
7%
Showing 2002–2011. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turner Elementary School's ranking?
Turner Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Turner Elementary School often compared to?
Turner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malcolm X Es At Green 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 ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Turner Elementary School?
461 students attend Turner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Turner Elementary School students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turner Elementary School?
Turner 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 Turner Elementary School offer ?
Turner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Turner Elementary School part of?
Turner Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Turner Elementary School located?
Turner Elementary School is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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