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#31 of 240 schools in DC

Top 13% in state

Tyler ES

Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools

1001 G St. SE, Washington, DC 20003

Enrollment

565

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#31 of 240

In Washington

#31 of 240

public schools

In district

#20 of 116

District of Columbia Public Schools

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Tyler ES

8.3/10

Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Tyler ES

Tyler ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Tyler ES serves approximately 565 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Tyler ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Tyler ES show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • DC avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change+0.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,629
Chronic Absenteeism22.3%

Tyler ES — Students at Tyler ES score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores DC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 29.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
32%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Tyler ES Compares

See how Tyler ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
88th percentile in DC
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

Location

1001 G St. SE, Washington, DC 20003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tyler ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School-Within-School at Goding (rated 9.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brent ES (rated 9.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maury 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 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Capitol Hill Washington 0.1 mi 6.0
CAPITOL LEARNING ACADEMY Washington 0.2 mi
Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington 0.2 mi 6.7
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary Washington 0.3 mi 8.1
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle Washington 0.3 mi 5.5
Van Ness ES Washington 0.4 mi 4.6
Payne ES Washington 0.5 mi 8.7
ST PETER SCHOOL Washington 0.5 mi 6.2
Brent ES Washington 0.6 mi 9.4
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park Washington 0.7 mi 5.9
CAPITOL HILL DAY SCHOOL Washington 0.6 mi 7.3
Maury ES Washington 0.8 mi 9.4
DISTRICT MONTESSORI Washington 0.7 mi
Center City PCS - Capitol Hill Washington 0.8 mi 4.5
Peabody ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington 0.9 mi 7.7
Anacostia HS Washington 0.9 mi 6.1
Kramer MS Washington 0.9 mi 3.6
Eastern HS Washington 1.0 mi 5.9
Kingsman Academy PCS Washington 1.1 mi 5.1
School-Within-School at Goding Washington 1.2 mi 9.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$159,604

Median Home Value

$954,200

Median Rent

$2,630/mo

Population

36,194

College Educated

80.8%

Homeownership

38.5%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

34.6

Similar Schools

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School Rating
DC Bilingual PCS Washington, DC 8.3
DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES Washington, DC 8.3
Marie Reed ES Washington, DC 8.3
Two Rivers PCS - Young ES Washington, DC 8.4
Eaton ES Washington, DC 8.2
Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington, DC 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tyler ES

What grades does Tyler ES serve?

Tyler ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Tyler ES?

Tyler ES has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tyler ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Tyler ES is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tyler ES rank in DC?

Tyler ES ranks #31 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Tyler ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Tyler ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Tyler ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tyler ES has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Tyler ES a charter school?

No, Tyler ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tyler ES a Title I school?

No, Tyler ES is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
96 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
84 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
88 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

District

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

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