Below Average
#190 of 240 schools in DC
Thomas ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
650 Anacostia Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20019
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#190 of 240
In Washington
#190 of 240
public schools
In district
#94 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
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Thomas ES
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thomas ES
Thomas ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Thomas ES serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas ES show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% 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
48% of students at Thomas 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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Thomas ES — Students at Thomas ES score 16% 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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.
How Thomas ES Compares
See how Thomas ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
650 Anacostia Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Two Rivers PCS - Young ES (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Global Citizens PCS (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lorraine H. Whitlock ES (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Global Citizens PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| River Terrace Education Campus Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Lorraine H. Whitlock ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| The SEED PCS of Washington DC Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| IDEA PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Smothers ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Sousa MS Washington | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS-WASHINGTON Washington | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Browne Education Campus Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Kimball ES Washington | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Plummer ES Washington | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Two Rivers PCS - Young ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Two Rivers PCS - Young MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering HS Washington | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Ron Brown College Preparatory HS Washington | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MUHAMMAD UNIVERSITY OF ISLAM Washington | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary Washington, DC | 4.9 |
| Plummer ES Washington, DC | 4.9 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington, DC | 4.9 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC ACADEMYOOL Washington, DC | 4.9 |
| Burrville ES Washington, DC | 5.0 |
| Houston ES Washington, DC | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas ES
What grades does Thomas ES serve?
Thomas ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Thomas ES?
Thomas ES has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas ES is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas ES rank in DC?
Thomas ES ranks #190 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Thomas ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas 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 Thomas ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas ES has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thomas ES a charter school?
No, Thomas ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas ES a Title I school?
No, Thomas 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
- 275
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.4%
- Phone
- (202) 724-4593
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #94 of 116
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