Very Good
#59 of 240 schools in DC
Top 24% in state
John Lewis ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
1335 Farragut St NW, Washington, DC 20011
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#59 of 240
In Washington
#59 of 240
public schools
In district
#36 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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John Lewis ES
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Lewis ES
John Lewis ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. John Lewis ES serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. John Lewis ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #59 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for John Lewis ES show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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John Lewis ES — Students at John Lewis ES score 38% proficient, which is above 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How John Lewis ES Compares
See how John Lewis ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1335 Farragut St NW, Washington, DC 20011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Lewis ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dorothy I. Height ES (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bancroft ES (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Center City PCS - Brightwood (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS Washington | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Truesdell ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Roosevelt HS Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| MacFarland MS Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Friendship PCS - Online Academy Washington | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Brightwood ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Powell ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF D.C. Washington | 0.7 mi | — |
| Military Road Early Learning Center Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Paul PCS - MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Paul PCS - International HS Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Center City PCS - Brightwood Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| MILTON GOTTESMAN JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF THE NATION'S Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Center City PCS - Petworth Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Barnard ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Raymond ES Washington | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Bancroft ES Washington | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,377
Median Home Value
$722,200
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
66,951
College Educated
54.7%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Powell ES Washington, DC | 7.5 |
| Seaton ES Washington, DC | 7.5 |
| Hyde-Addison ES Washington, DC | 7.7 |
| Mann ES Washington, DC | 7.8 |
| Washington Yu Ying PCS Washington, DC | 7.8 |
| KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS Washington, DC | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Lewis ES
What grades does John Lewis ES serve?
John Lewis ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend John Lewis ES?
John Lewis ES has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Lewis ES?
The student-teacher ratio at John Lewis ES is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Lewis ES rank in DC?
John Lewis ES ranks #59 of 240 schools in DC.
What is John Lewis ES's MySchoolScout rating?
John Lewis ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 John Lewis ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Lewis ES has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John Lewis ES a charter school?
No, John Lewis ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Lewis ES a Title I school?
No, John Lewis 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
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.9%
- Phone
- (202) 576-6226
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #36 of 116
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