Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Powell Es ranks in the top 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 36% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powell Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Powell Es's student population of 492 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Powell Es ranks within the top 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powell Es is 0.47, which is less 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
#89 out of 212 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)36%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
71%
17%
Black
12%
65%
White
14%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powell Es's ranking?
Powell Es is ranked #89 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Powell Es?
492 students attend Powell Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Powell Es students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powell Es?
Powell Es has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Powell Es offer ?
Powell Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Powell Es part of?
Powell Es is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Powell Es located?
Powell Es is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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