Average
#159 of 240 schools in DC
Tubman ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
3101 13th St. NW, Washington, DC 20010
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#159 of 240
In Washington
#159 of 240
public schools
In district
#83 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Tubman ES
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About Tubman ES
Tubman ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Tubman ES serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tubman ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Tubman ES show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Tubman 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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Tubman ES — Students at Tubman ES score 29% 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: 3.5/10.
How Tubman ES Compares
See how Tubman ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3101 13th St. NW, Washington, DC 20010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tubman ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dorothy I. Height ES (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bancroft ES (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - MS Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Cardozo Education Campus Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Raymond ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| MYSA SCHOOL Washington | 0.4 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View Washington | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Meridian PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| H.D. Cooke ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Roosevelt STAY HS Washington | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Bancroft ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Powell ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Roosevelt HS Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF D.C. Washington | 1.0 mi | — |
| Dorothy I. Height ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| MacFarland MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,260
Median Home Value
$868,400
Median Rent
$1,815/mo
Population
31,591
College Educated
67.3%
Homeownership
39.9%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
32.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Perry Street Preparatory PCS Washington, DC | 5.7 |
| Wheatley Education Campus Washington, DC | 5.7 |
| Creative Minds International PCS Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| Kimball ES Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| Two Rivers PCS - 4th Street Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| Langdon ES Washington, DC | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tubman ES
What grades does Tubman ES serve?
Tubman ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tubman ES?
Tubman ES has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tubman ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Tubman ES is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tubman ES rank in DC?
Tubman ES ranks #159 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Tubman ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Tubman ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Tubman ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tubman ES has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Tubman ES a charter school?
No, Tubman ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tubman ES a Title I school?
No, Tubman 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
- 560
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.6%
- Phone
- (202) 673-7285
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #83 of 116
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