Excellent
#13 of 240 schools in DC
Top 5% in state
Whittier ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
6201 5th St. NW, Washington, DC 20011
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#13 of 240
In Washington
#13 of 240
public schools
In district
#10 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Whittier ES
Whittier ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Whittier ES serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittier ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Whittier ES show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Whittier 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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Whittier ES — Students at Whittier ES score 51% proficient, which is above 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Whittier ES Compares
See how Whittier ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6201 5th St. NW, Washington, DC 20011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittier ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sela PCS (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Center City PCS - Brightwood (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ida B. Wells MS Washington | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Coolidge HS Washington | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Capital City PCS - Lower School Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Capital City PCS - MS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Capital City PCS - HS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Paul PCS - MS Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Paul PCS - International HS Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Breakthrough Montessori PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Middle Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary Washington | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Center City PCS - Brightwood Washington | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Takoma ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Sela PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Brightwood ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Roots PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Washington Latin PCS - MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Washington Latin PCS - Upper School Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Truesdell ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Friendship PCS - Online Academy Washington | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Military Road Early Learning Center Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS Washington, DC | 8.8 |
| Sela PCS Washington, DC | 8.9 |
| Stoddert ES Washington, DC | 8.9 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES Washington, DC | 8.7 |
| Payne ES Washington, DC | 8.7 |
| Shepherd ES Washington, DC | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittier ES
What grades does Whittier ES serve?
Whittier ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Whittier ES?
Whittier ES has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittier ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittier ES is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whittier ES rank in DC?
Whittier ES ranks #13 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Whittier ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittier ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Whittier ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whittier ES has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Whittier ES a charter school?
No, Whittier ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whittier ES a Title I school?
No, Whittier 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
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (202) 576-6156
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #10 of 116
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