Very Good
#62 of 240 schools in DC
Top 25% in state
Seaton ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
1503 10th St. NW, Washington, DC 20001
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#62 of 240
In Washington
#62 of 240
public schools
In district
#39 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Seaton ES
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About Seaton ES
Seaton ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Seaton ES serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Seaton ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Seaton ES show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Seaton ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Seaton ES — Students at Seaton ES score 30% 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: 6.8/10.
How Seaton ES Compares
See how Seaton ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1503 10th St. NW, Washington, DC 20001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Seaton ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garrison ES (rated 9.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Banneker HS Washington | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Center City PCS - Shaw Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Garrison ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Cleveland ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| KIPP DC - Lead Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Roosevelt STAY HS Washington | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Thomson ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Meridian PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Girls Global Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Cardozo Education Campus Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Dunbar HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Walker-Jones Education Campus Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,730
Median Home Value
$844,500
Median Rent
$2,464/mo
Population
44,022
College Educated
77.7%
Homeownership
33.8%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lee Montessori PCS - Brookland Washington, DC | 7.5 |
| Powell ES Washington, DC | 7.5 |
| John Lewis ES Washington, DC | 7.6 |
| Moten ES Washington, DC | 7.6 |
| Hyde-Addison ES Washington, DC | 7.7 |
| KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS Washington, DC | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Seaton ES
What grades does Seaton ES serve?
Seaton ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Seaton ES?
Seaton ES has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Seaton ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Seaton ES is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Seaton ES rank in DC?
Seaton ES ranks #62 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Seaton ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Seaton ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Seaton ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Seaton ES has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Seaton ES a charter school?
No, Seaton ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Seaton ES a Title I school?
No, Seaton 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
- 377
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.9%
- Phone
- (202) 673-7215
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #39 of 116
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