Average
#86 of 240 schools in DC
Top 35% in state
Stanton ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
2701 Naylor Rd. SE, Washington, DC 20020
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#86 of 240
In Washington
#86 of 240
public schools
In district
#47 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Stanton ES
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About Stanton ES
Stanton ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Stanton ES serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Stanton ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Stanton ES show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Stanton ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
54% of students at Stanton 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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Stanton ES — Students at Stanton ES score 20% 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: 8.1/10.
How Stanton ES Compares
See how Stanton ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2701 Naylor Rd. SE, Washington, DC 20020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stanton ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Moten ES (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Beers ES (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rocketship PCS - Rise Academy Washington | 0.4 mi | 2.6 |
| I Dream PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Lee Montessori PCS - East End Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Randle Highlands ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Douglas Knoll Washington | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Beers ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC ACADEMYOOL Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Lawrence E. Boone ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Moten ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Ketcham ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Turner ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Kramer MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Johnson MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| WASHINGTON SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Washington | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Anacostia HS Washington | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| BISHOP JOHN T WALKER SCHOOL FOR BOYS Washington | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| BISHOP JOHN T. WALKER SCHOOL FOR BOYS Washington | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Parklands at THEARC Washington | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,015
Median Home Value
$442,500
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
53,885
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
30.9%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cedar Tree Academy PCS Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Excel Academy Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Garfield ES Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| SHERIDAN SCHOOL Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Amidon-Bowen ES Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Early Childhood Academy PCS Washington, DC | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stanton ES
What grades does Stanton ES serve?
Stanton ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Stanton ES?
Stanton ES has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stanton ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Stanton ES is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stanton ES rank in DC?
Stanton ES ranks #86 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Stanton ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Stanton ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Stanton ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stanton ES has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Stanton ES a charter school?
No, Stanton ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stanton ES a Title I school?
No, Stanton 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
- 306
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.2%
- Phone
- (202) 671-6180
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #47 of 116
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