Very Good
#70 of 240 schools in DC
Top 29% in state
Lorraine H. Whitlock ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
1300 44th St. NE, Washington, DC 20019
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#70 of 240
In Washington
#70 of 240
public schools
In district
#42 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Lorraine H. Whitlock ES
Lorraine H. Whitlock ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Lorraine H.
Whitlock ES serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lorraine H. Whitlock ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Lorraine H. Whitlock ES show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 146 students, Lorraine H. Whitlock ES is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Lorraine H. Whitlock ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
43% of students at Lorraine H. Whitlock 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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Lorraine H. Whitlock ES — Students at Lorraine H. Whitlock ES score 20% 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 31 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: 8.3/10.
How Lorraine H. Whitlock ES Compares
See how Lorraine H. Whitlock ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1300 44th St. NE, Washington, DC 20019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lorraine H. Whitlock ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Citizens PCS (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DC Prep PCS - Benning ES (rated 5.9/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Burrville ES (rated 5.0/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDEA PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| MUHAMMAD UNIVERSITY OF ISLAM Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Ron Brown College Preparatory HS Washington | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Houston ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Global Citizens PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Thomas ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Smothers ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| THE MONROE SCHOOL Washington | 1.0 mi | — |
| Kelly Miller MS Washington | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning ES Washington | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning MS Washington | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Robert R. Gray Elementary Capital Heights | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Burrville ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| H.D. Woodson HS Washington | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Plummer ES Washington | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| DC Wildflower PCS - The Riverseed School Washington | 1.2 mi | — |
| River Terrace Education Campus Washington | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| The SEED PCS of Washington DC Washington | 1.5 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 |
|---|---|
| CAPITOL HILL DAY SCHOOL Washington, DC | 7.3 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington, DC | 7.4 |
| Garfield ES Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Washington, DC | 7.6 |
| Global Citizens PCS Washington, DC | 7.7 |
| Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence Washington, DC | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lorraine H. Whitlock ES
What grades does Lorraine H. Whitlock ES serve?
Lorraine H. Whitlock ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lorraine H. Whitlock ES?
Lorraine H. Whitlock ES has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lorraine H. Whitlock ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Lorraine H. Whitlock ES is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lorraine H. Whitlock ES rank in DC?
Lorraine H. Whitlock ES ranks #70 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Lorraine H. Whitlock ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Lorraine H. Whitlock ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Lorraine H. Whitlock ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lorraine H. Whitlock ES has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lorraine H. Whitlock ES a charter school?
No, Lorraine H. Whitlock ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lorraine H. Whitlock ES a Title I school?
No, Lorraine H. Whitlock 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
- 146
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.5%
- Phone
- (202) 671-6060
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #42 of 116
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