Harriet Tubman Elementary School is a public elementary school, named after Harriet Tubman, an African-American abolitionist, humanitarian, and Union spy during the U.S. Civil War. It is located in Washington, DC and is under the jurisdiction of the District of Columbia Public Schools.
Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tubman Elementary School ranks in the top 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% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tubman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Tubman Elementary School's student population of 560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
Tubman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tubman Elementary School is 0.56, which is more 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
#103 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
55%
19%
Black
37%
63%
White
6%
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
97%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tubman Toad
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tubman Elementary School's ranking?
Tubman Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 220 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Tubman Elementary School?
560 students attend Tubman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Tubman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tubman Elementary School?
Tubman Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tubman Elementary School offer ?
Tubman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tubman Elementary School part of?
Tubman Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Tubman Elementary School located?
Tubman Elementary School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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