Average
#94 of 240 schools in DC
Top 39% in state
Raymond ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
915 Spring Rd. NW, Washington, DC 20010
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#94 of 240
In Washington
#94 of 240
public schools
In district
#53 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Raymond ES
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About Raymond ES
Raymond ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Raymond ES serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Raymond ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #94 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Raymond ES show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Raymond ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at Raymond 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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Raymond ES — Students at Raymond ES score 27% 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: 6.1/10.
How Raymond ES Compares
See how Raymond ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
915 Spring Rd. NW, Washington, DC 20010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Raymond ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View (rated 9.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dorothy I. Height ES (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bancroft ES (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E.L. Haynes PCS - MS Washington | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View Washington | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Tubman ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF D.C. Washington | 0.5 mi | — |
| Powell ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Roosevelt HS Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| MacFarland MS Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Center City PCS - Petworth Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| MYSA SCHOOL Washington | 0.9 mi | — |
| Cardozo Education Campus Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Bancroft ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Barnard ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,260
Median Home Value
$868,400
Median Rent
$1,815/mo
Population
31,591
College Educated
67.3%
Homeownership
39.9%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
32.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Patterson ES Washington, DC | 6.7 |
| Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington, DC | 6.7 |
| C.W. Harris ES Washington, DC | 6.8 |
| Friendship PCS - Blow Pierce Elementary Washington, DC | 6.8 |
| MILTON GOTTESMAN JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF THE NATION'S Washington, DC | 6.8 |
| Achievement Preparatory Academy PCS - Wahler Place ES Washington, DC | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Raymond ES
What grades does Raymond ES serve?
Raymond ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Raymond ES?
Raymond ES has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Raymond ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Raymond ES is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Raymond ES rank in DC?
Raymond ES ranks #94 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Raymond ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Raymond ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Raymond ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Raymond ES has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Raymond ES a charter school?
No, Raymond ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Raymond ES a Title I school?
No, Raymond 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
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (202) 576-6236
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #53 of 116
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