Below Average
#193 of 240 schools in DC
Houston ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
1100 50th Pl. NE, Washington, DC 20019
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#193 of 240
In Washington
#193 of 240
public schools
In district
#96 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Houston ES
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Houston ES
Houston ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Houston ES serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Houston ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #193 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Houston ES show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Houston ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
31% of students at Houston ES were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Houston ES — Students at Houston ES score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.
How Houston ES Compares
See how Houston ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1100 50th Pl. NE, Washington, DC 20019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Houston ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Citizens PCS (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lorraine H. Whitlock ES (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ron Brown College Preparatory HS Washington | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| IDEA PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| MUHAMMAD UNIVERSITY OF ISLAM Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Burrville ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| THE MONROE SCHOOL Washington | 0.6 mi | — |
| Robert R. Gray Elementary Capital Heights | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| DC Wildflower PCS - The Riverseed School Washington | 0.6 mi | — |
| Lorraine H. Whitlock ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| H.D. Woodson HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Kelly Miller MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Drew ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Smothers ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End Washington | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Maya Angelou PCS - HS Washington | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Global Citizens PCS Washington | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| DC Scholars PCS Washington | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,031
Median Home Value
$437,600
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
64,365
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.9%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Langley ES Washington, DC | 4.8 |
| Breakthrough Montessori PCS Washington, DC | 4.7 |
| Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary Washington, DC | 4.9 |
| Plummer ES Washington, DC | 4.9 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington, DC | 4.9 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC ACADEMYOOL Washington, DC | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houston ES
What grades does Houston ES serve?
Houston ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Houston ES?
Houston ES has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Houston ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Houston ES is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Houston ES rank in DC?
Houston ES ranks #193 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Houston ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Houston ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Houston ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Houston ES has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Houston ES a charter school?
No, Houston ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Houston ES a Title I school?
No, Houston ES is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 307
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (202) 671-6170
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #96 of 116
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