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).
259
Total Students
31.5
Full-Time Teachers
8.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Thomson ES
Demographic Student Count
White23
Hispanic129
Black78
Asian11
Two or More13
American Indian5
  • Hispanic
    129 (49.8%)
  • Black
    78 (30.1%)
  • White
    23 (8.9%)
  • Two or More
    13 (5.0%)
  • Asian
    11 (4.2%)
  • American Indian
    5 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Thomson ES
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten69
Kindergarten33
Grade 136
Grade 228
Grade 336
Grade 435
Grade 522
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Thomson ES
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14154.4%
Male11845.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)