Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John Lewis Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West EC serves the northern part of its school district in Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Lewis Elementary School's student population of 509 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
We aspire to support students with cultivating a spirit of Justice.
School Rankings
John Lewis Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Lewis Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#60 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
25%
19%
Black
41%
62%
White
27%
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Lewis Elementary School's ranking?
John Lewis Elementary School is ranked #60 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend John Lewis Elementary School?
509 students attend John Lewis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of John Lewis Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Lewis Elementary School?
John Lewis Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does John Lewis Elementary School offer ?
John Lewis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Lewis Elementary School part of?
John Lewis Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is John Lewis Elementary School located?
John Lewis Elementary School is located in the Sixteenth Street Heights neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 3 other public schools located in Sixteenth Street Heights.
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