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#139 of 240 schools in DC
Truesdell ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
800 Ingraham St. NW, Washington, DC 20011
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#139 of 240
In Washington
#139 of 240
public schools
In district
#75 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Truesdell ES
Truesdell ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Truesdell ES serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Truesdell ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #139 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Truesdell ES show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8:1 students to teachers, Truesdell ES sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
31% of students at Truesdell 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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Truesdell ES — Students at Truesdell 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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Truesdell ES Compares
See how Truesdell ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 Ingraham St. NW, Washington, DC 20011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Truesdell ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whittier ES (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dorothy I. Height ES (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Center City PCS - Brightwood (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paul PCS - MS Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Paul PCS - International HS Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| John Lewis ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Brightwood ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - HS Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Friendship PCS - Online Academy Washington | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Barnard ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Center City PCS - Brightwood Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| MacFarland MS Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF D.C. Washington | 0.7 mi | — |
| Center City PCS - Petworth Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Military Road Early Learning Center Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Washington Latin PCS - MS Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Washington Latin PCS - Upper School Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Roosevelt HS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Whittier ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Powell ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,377
Median Home Value
$722,200
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
66,951
College Educated
54.7%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Center City PCS - Petworth Washington, DC | 5.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning ES Washington, DC | 5.9 |
| Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy PCS Washington, DC | 5.9 |
| NATIONAL PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Washington, DC | 6.0 |
| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| Kimball ES Washington, DC | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Truesdell ES
What grades does Truesdell ES serve?
Truesdell ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Truesdell ES?
Truesdell ES has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Truesdell ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Truesdell ES is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Truesdell ES rank in DC?
Truesdell ES ranks #139 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Truesdell ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Truesdell ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Truesdell ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Truesdell ES has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Truesdell ES a charter school?
No, Truesdell ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Truesdell ES a Title I school?
No, Truesdell 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
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (202) 576-6202
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #75 of 116
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