Thomson ES
259 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
John W. Thomson Elementary School, located at 1200 L St NW in the heart of Washington, D.C., is a public school serving the downtown community within the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system. Situated in a vibrant, urban neighborhood, the school plays a vital role in providing primary education to a diverse student body, focusing on foundational learning and social-emotional development. As a city school, it benefits from its proximity to the administrative and cultural landmarks of the nation’s capital, often integrating these unique resources into its academic environment.
The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve academic excellence and develop essential life skills. By following the DCPS curriculum, Thomson Elementary emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while maintaining a commitment to meeting the individual needs of its students. Families interested in enrollment, specific school programs, or current news regarding staff and activities can access official resources and updates through the district’s main website at [www.dcps.dc.gov](http://www.dcps.dc.gov).
The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve academic excellence and develop essential life skills. By following the DCPS curriculum, Thomson Elementary emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while maintaining a commitment to meeting the individual needs of its students. Families interested in enrollment, specific school programs, or current news regarding staff and activities can access official resources and updates through the district’s main website at [www.dcps.dc.gov](http://www.dcps.dc.gov).
259
Total Students
31.5
Full-Time Teachers
8.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 23 |
| Hispanic | 129 |
| Black | 78 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More | 13 |
| American Indian | 5 |
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Hispanic129 (49.8%)
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Black78 (30.1%)
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White23 (8.9%)
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Two or More13 (5.0%)
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Asian11 (4.2%)
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American Indian5 (1.9%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | District of Columbia Public Schools |
| Phone: | (202)898-4660 |
| Website: | http://thomsondcps.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 259 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 31.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 8.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
69
Kindergarten
33
Grade 1
36
Grade 2
28
Grade 3
36
Grade 4
35
Grade 5
22
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 69 |
| Kindergarten | 33 |
| Grade 1 | 36 |
| Grade 2 | 28 |
| Grade 3 | 36 |
| Grade 4 | 35 |
| Grade 5 | 22 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 141 | 54.4% |
| Male | 118 | 45.6% |
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