Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Raymond 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 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raymond 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
Raymond Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Raymond 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 Raymond Elementary School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#80 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
54%
18%
Black
42%
64%
White
2%
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%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raymond Elementary School's ranking?
Raymond Elementary School is ranked #80 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Raymond Elementary School?
358 students attend Raymond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Raymond Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 2% 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 Raymond Elementary School?
Raymond Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Raymond Elementary School offer ?
Raymond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Raymond Elementary School part of?
Raymond Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Raymond Elementary School located?
Raymond 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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