Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stanton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 15-19% (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 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanton Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Stanton 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 Stanton Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
98%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
District Of Columbia Public Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanton Elementary School's ranking?
Stanton Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Stanton Elementary School often compared to?
Stanton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smothers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Stanton Elementary School?
306 students attend Stanton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Stanton Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanton Elementary School?
Stanton Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stanton Elementary School offer ?
Stanton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanton Elementary School part of?
Stanton Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Stanton Elementary School located?
Stanton 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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