Serving 415 students in grades 1-5, Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Watkins Elementary School serves the southeast part of Washington, DC, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster)'s student population of 415 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) ranks within the top 20% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) is 0.51, 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
#33 out of 220 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
22%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
31%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
66%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
49%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster)'s ranking?
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) is ranked #33 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) often compared to?
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster)is often viewed alongside schools like Shirley Chisholm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster)?
415 students attend Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) students are Black, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster)?
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) offer ?
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) part of?
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) located?
Watkins Es (Capitol Hill Cluster) is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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