Below Average
#191 of 240 schools in DC
Plummer ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
4601 Texas Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20019
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#191 of 240
In Washington
#191 of 240
public schools
In district
#95 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
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About Plummer ES
Plummer ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Plummer ES serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Plummer ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #191 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Plummer ES show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Plummer 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 Plummer 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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Plummer ES — Students at Plummer ES score 11% 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 30 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: 5.2/10.
How Plummer ES Compares
See how Plummer ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4601 Texas Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plummer 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 notably higher. Another option is Garfield ES (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, C.W. Harris ES (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DC Prep PCS - Benning ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning MS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| The SEED PCS of Washington DC Washington | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Smothers ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| KIPP DC - LEAP Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Garfield ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Nalle ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS-WASHINGTON Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Kelly Miller MS Washington | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Global Citizens PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| C.W. Harris ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Sousa MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| THE MONROE SCHOOL Washington | 0.9 mi | — |
| KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy Washington | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
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
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| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington, DC | 4.9 |
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| Thomas ES Washington, DC | 4.9 |
| Burrville ES Washington, DC | 5.0 |
| Houston ES Washington, DC | 4.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plummer ES
What grades does Plummer ES serve?
Plummer ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Plummer ES?
Plummer ES has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plummer ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Plummer ES is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plummer ES rank in DC?
Plummer ES ranks #191 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Plummer ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Plummer ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Plummer ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plummer ES has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Plummer ES a charter school?
No, Plummer ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plummer ES a Title I school?
No, Plummer 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
- 224
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.9%
- Phone
- (202) 939-4360
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #95 of 116
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