Below Average
#205 of 240 schools in DC
Miner ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
601 15th St. NE, Washington, DC 20002
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#205 of 240
In Washington
#205 of 240
public schools
In district
#104 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Miner ES
Miner ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Miner ES serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Miner ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Miner ES show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Miner 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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Miner ES — Students at Miner ES score 4% 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 29 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: 5.0/10.
How Miner ES Compares
See how Miner ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 15th St. NE, Washington, DC 20002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miner ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School-Within-School at Goding (rated 9.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maury ES (rated 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Two Rivers PCS - Young ES (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood 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 |
|---|---|
| Cleveland ES Washington, DC | 4.5 |
| Ketcham ES Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| Van Ness ES Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Washington, DC | 4.7 |
| Breakthrough Montessori PCS Washington, DC | 4.7 |
| DC Scholars PCS Washington, DC | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miner ES
What grades does Miner ES serve?
Miner ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Miner ES?
Miner ES has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miner ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Miner ES is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Miner ES rank in DC?
Miner ES ranks #205 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Miner ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Miner ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Miner ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Miner ES has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Miner ES a charter school?
No, Miner ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Miner ES a Title I school?
No, Miner 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
- 410
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (202) 397-3960
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #104 of 116
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