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#115 of 240 schools in DC

Top 48% in state

Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster)

Middle School · District of Columbia Public Schools

410 E St. NE, Washington, DC 20002

Enrollment

453

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#115 of 240

In Washington

#115 of 240

public schools

In district

#65 of 116

District of Columbia Public Schools

Equity

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster)

6.3/10

Middle School in Washington · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Capitol Hill Montessori School at Logan

6.6/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Peabody ES (capitol Hill Cluster)

7.7/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster)

Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) is a public middle school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #115 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • DC avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.8% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.9% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg-1.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.6 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING), Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
vs. Expected+14.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment6.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,629
Chronic Absenteeism30%

Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) — Students at Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
29.1% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 52.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.2% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 32 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
14%
ELA
40%
2025
Math
31.8%
ELA
60.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.

How Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) Compares

See how Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
53th percentile in DC
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

Location

410 E St. NE, Washington, DC 20002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. School-Within-School at Goding (rated 9.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maury ES (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brent ES (rated 9.4/10, 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
Capitol Hill Montessori School at Logan Washington 0.2 mi 6.6
Peabody ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington 0.3 mi 7.7
Ludlow-Taylor ES Washington 0.2 mi 8.5
School-Within-School at Goding Washington 0.4 mi 9.6
J.O. Wilson ES Washington 0.5 mi 5.4
DISTRICT MONTESSORI Washington 0.6 mi
Two Rivers PCS - 4th Street Washington 0.7 mi 5.8
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park Washington 0.6 mi 5.9
GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington 0.6 mi 3.4
Maury ES Washington 0.7 mi 9.4
Brent ES Washington 0.8 mi 9.4
Center City PCS - Trinidad Washington 0.8 mi 5.1
ST PETER SCHOOL Washington 0.9 mi 6.2
Wheatley Education Campus Washington 0.8 mi 5.7
Kingsman Academy PCS Washington 0.7 mi 5.1
KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS Washington 0.9 mi 4.7
CAPITOL HILL DAY SCHOOL Washington 1.0 mi 7.3
Walker-Jones Education Campus Washington 0.9 mi 5.5
MODEL SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Washington 1.1 mi 8.7
Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington 1.1 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,482

Median Home Value

$813,700

Median Rent

$2,140/mo

Population

70,580

College Educated

69.8%

Homeownership

37.2%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster)

What grades does Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) serve?

Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster)?

Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster)?

The student-teacher ratio at Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) rank in DC?

Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) ranks #115 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) 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 Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) a charter school?

No, Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) a Title I school?

No, Stuart-hobson MS (capitol Hill Cluster) is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
88 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
96 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

District

District of Columbia Public Schools
District Enrollment
51,294
Schools in District
117
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,629
District Rank
#65 of 116

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