Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, C.w. Harris Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C.w. Harris Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
C.w. Harris Elementary School's student population of 249 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
C.w. Harris 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 C.w. Harris Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#179 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
96%
64%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C.w. Harris Elementary School's ranking?
C.w. Harris Elementary School is ranked #179 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are C.w. Harris Elementary School often compared to?
C.w. Harris Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burrville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend C.w. Harris Elementary School?
249 students attend C.w. Harris Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of C.w. Harris Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C.w. Harris Elementary School?
C.w. Harris 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 C.w. Harris Elementary School offer ?
C.w. Harris Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is C.w. Harris Elementary School part of?
C.w. Harris Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is C.w. Harris Elementary School located?
C.w. Harris Elementary School is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Veterans Day (School Closed)
November 11, 2024 (Monday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK! NO SCHOOL!
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
THANKSGIVING BREAK! NO SCHOOL!
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (School Closed)
January 20, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (No school)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
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