Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bunker Hill 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 6-9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bunker Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bunker Hill Elementary School's student population of 206 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Bunker Hill 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 Bunker Hill Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#158 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
74%
63%
White
13%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bunker Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Bunker Hill Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Bunker Hill Elementary School?
206 students attend Bunker Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bunker Hill Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bunker Hill Elementary School?
Bunker Hill 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 Bunker Hill Elementary School offer ?
Bunker Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bunker Hill Elementary School part of?
Bunker Hill Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Bunker Hill Elementary School located?
Bunker Hill Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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