Average
#171 of 240 schools in DC
J.o. Wilson ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
660 K St. NE, Washington, DC 20002
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#171 of 240
In Washington
#171 of 240
public schools
In district
#88 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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J.o. Wilson ES
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About J.o. Wilson ES
J.o. Wilson ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. J.o.
Wilson ES serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. J.o. Wilson ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #171 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for J.o. Wilson ES show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at J.o. Wilson 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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J.o. Wilson ES — Students at J.o. Wilson ES score 27% 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: 3.3/10.
How J.o. Wilson ES Compares
See how J.o. Wilson ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
660 K St. NE, Washington, DC 20002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J.o. Wilson ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School-Within-School at Goding (rated 9.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maury ES (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ludlow-Taylor ES (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ludlow-Taylor ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Two Rivers PCS - 4th Street Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Center City PCS - Trinidad Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| School-Within-School at Goding Washington | 0.4 mi | 9.6 |
| KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Capitol Hill Montessori School at Logan Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Wheatley Education Campus Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| MODEL SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Peabody ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Kingsman Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Maury ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| McKinley Technology HS Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| McKinley MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Langley ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Miner ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| DISTRICT MONTESSORI Washington | 1.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,482
Median Home Value
$813,700
Median Rent
$2,140/mo
Population
70,580
College Educated
69.8%
Homeownership
37.2%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Walker-Jones Education Campus Washington, DC | 5.5 |
| Langdon ES Washington, DC | 5.6 |
| KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS Washington, DC | 5.2 |
| Perry Street Preparatory PCS Washington, DC | 5.7 |
| Tubman ES Washington, DC | 5.7 |
| Wheatley Education Campus Washington, DC | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J.o. Wilson ES
What grades does J.o. Wilson ES serve?
J.o. Wilson ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend J.o. Wilson ES?
J.o. Wilson ES has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J.o. Wilson ES?
The student-teacher ratio at J.o. Wilson ES is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J.o. Wilson ES rank in DC?
J.o. Wilson ES ranks #171 of 240 schools in DC.
What is J.o. Wilson ES's MySchoolScout rating?
J.o. Wilson ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 J.o. Wilson ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J.o. Wilson ES has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is J.o. Wilson ES a charter school?
No, J.o. Wilson ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J.o. Wilson ES a Title I school?
No, J.o. Wilson ES is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (202) 698-4733
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #88 of 116
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