Average
#113 of 240 schools in DC
Top 47% in state
Nalle ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
219 50th St. SE, Washington, DC 20019
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#113 of 240
In Washington
#113 of 240
public schools
In district
#63 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Nalle ES
Nalle ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Nalle ES serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Nalle ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #113 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Nalle ES show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Nalle ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
38% of students at Nalle 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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Nalle ES — Students at Nalle ES score 18% 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Nalle ES Compares
See how Nalle ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
219 50th St. SE, Washington, DC 20019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nalle ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garfield ES (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is C.W. Harris ES (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| KIPP DC - LEAP Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| C.W. Harris ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Kelly Miller MS Washington | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Plummer ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Garfield ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| DC Scholars PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Smothers ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| THE MONROE SCHOOL Washington | 0.8 mi | — |
| Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Maya Angelou PCS - HS Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| H.D. Woodson HS Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Drew ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Bradbury Heights Elementary Capital Heights | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Malcolm X ES at Green Washington, DC | 6.3 |
| Noyes ES Washington, DC | 6.3 |
| Bunker Hill ES Washington, DC | 6.2 |
| Center City PCS - Shaw Washington, DC | 6.2 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Washington, DC | 6.2 |
| Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End Washington, DC | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nalle ES
What grades does Nalle ES serve?
Nalle ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Nalle ES?
Nalle ES has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nalle ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Nalle ES is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nalle ES rank in DC?
Nalle ES ranks #113 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Nalle ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Nalle ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Nalle ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nalle ES has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Nalle ES a charter school?
No, Nalle ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nalle ES a Title I school?
No, Nalle 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
- 307
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (202) 671-6280
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #63 of 116
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