Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Savoy 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 ≤5% (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 7:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (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
Savoy 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
Savoy Elementary School's student population of 199 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Savoy 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 Savoy Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#198 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
95%
63%
White
n/a
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%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savoy Elementary School's ranking?
Savoy Elementary School is ranked #198 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% 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 Savoy Elementary School?
199 students attend Savoy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Savoy Elementary School students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Savoy Elementary School?
Savoy 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 Savoy Elementary School offer ?
Savoy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Savoy Elementary School part of?
Savoy Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Savoy Elementary School located?
Savoy 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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