Elementary Schools in District of Columbia Public Schools

The District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system includes 79 elementary schools serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade across the district. The data reveals a wide range of academic performance among these schools, with some standout institutions like Janney Elementary School, Key Elementary School, and Stoddert Elementary School consistently ranking among the top DCPS elementary schools and demonstrating exceptional proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

In contrast, other DCPS elementary schools, such as Turner Elementary and Wheatley Education Campus, struggle to reach even single-digit proficiency levels, highlighting significant performance gaps within the district. The data also suggests that schools with higher percentages of minority and economically disadvantaged students tend to have lower academic achievement, underscoring the need to address systemic inequities and ensure equitable access to high-quality education across all DCPS elementary schools.

While per-student spending does not appear to have a clear correlation with academic performance, factors such as effective teaching practices, school leadership, and resource allocation seem to play a more significant role in driving student outcomes. The data also reveals the importance of early intervention and targeted support to ensure students maintain and build upon their academic skills throughout their elementary education, as proficiency rates tend to decline as students progress through the grade levels.