Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Noyes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Noyes Elementary School's student population of 293 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Noyes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Noyes Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#170 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
73%
62%
White
3%
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
District Of Columbia
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Noyes Elementary School's ranking?
Noyes Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Noyes Elementary School often compared to?
Noyes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moten Elementary School, Ketcham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Noyes Elementary School?
293 students attend Noyes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Noyes Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Noyes Elementary School?
Noyes Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Noyes Elementary School offer ?
Noyes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Noyes Elementary School part of?
Noyes Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Noyes Elementary School located?
Noyes Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 62 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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