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Plummer Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 220 students

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Posted August 19, 2012

You can't always tell how good a school is by the rating system used. Each and every teacher and child make their own ratings. I am the grandparent of two students at Plummber Elementary. My grand children say this is a good school because they have good teachers and a principal that loves them. There mother, LeAnne Huff, is also in agreement with her children. Keep doing a great job Plummer. We support you!


Posted March 18, 2012

This school is wonderful! I have just recently started here, but here is what I have observed so far: Principal Gray is a hands-on principal and you see how intricately involved he is in the running of the school on a daily basis. He is passionate about his students' academics and their overall well-being; he's knowledgable and quick on his feet! You see him everywhere! The teachers I have met are outstanding and very creative. Imagine making peace doves out of paper plates! These teachers are simply incredible and are willing to share and collaborate. Instructional specialists are always coming by and sharing ideas and observing best practices. The afterschool tutoring programs are preparing the students for higher level challenges. They even have piano lessons! And if you can find a cleaner building, let me know because the floors are shinny and spotless as those building engineers obviously care about the appearance of their school. Security is on serious duty and nothing gets by her! I understand that the cheerleading team members are in an exciting competition now. So, If you are looking for a great school, you should check Plummer out for yourself! It is really very nice.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted February 9, 2011

The staff is below average, including principal, school psychologist They are known for making threats.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 15, 2008

I loved Plummer Elementary school, the staff, teachers everyone there just are so happy and excited about the children. I really enjoy the students that attend that school.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 37% in 2012.

24 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
42%

2011

 
 
38%

2010

 
 
36%

2009

 
 
60%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 41% in 2012.

24 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
21%

2011

 
 
32%

2010

 
 
40%

2009

 
 
44%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington, D.C. used the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and science in grades 5, 8, and High School. The DC-CAS is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the District of Columbia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Washington DC's state standards

Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 52% in 2012.

26 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
32%

2010

 
 
18%

2009

 
 
13%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 49% in 2012.

25 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
18%

2010

 
 
33%

2009

 
 
22%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington, D.C. used the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and science in grades 5, 8, and High School. The DC-CAS is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the District of Columbia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Washington DC's state standards

Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 50% in 2012.

20 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
40%

2011

 
 
29%

2010

 
 
33%

2009

 
 
20%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 48% in 2012.

22 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
45%

2011

 
 
36%

2010

 
 
30%

2009

 
 
36%
Science

The state average for Science was 36% in 2011.

44 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
16%

2010

 
 
15%

2009

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington, D.C. used the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and science in grades 5, 8, and High School. The DC-CAS is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the District of Columbia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Washington DC's state standards

Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

GreatSchools Rating

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Academic rating
8 / 10
Climate rating
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Overall academic rating

8

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*Test scores are based on 2012 DC-CAS results from the District of Columbia.

**The academic growth rating measures how schools affect student test score improvement over time in reading and math. The data is for the 2012 school year and is provided by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education.

Climate ratings

Starting in fall 2013, we plan to release a climate rating as part of this school's overall GreatSchools Rating. The climate rating will be based on survey data about various aspects of this school's climate, such as safety, cleanliness, expectations for students, parent involvement, and more.

Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 92% 78%
Hispanic 8% 13%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Asian 0% 1%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Two or more races 0% 1%
White 0% 7%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 19%N/A13%
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 285%N/A73%
English learners 16%N/A7%
Source: 1 Office of the State Superintendent of Education, 2011-2012
Source: 2 NCES, 2010-2011

Attendance

  This school District averageState average
All Students 100%N/AN/A
Black, not Hispanic 100%N/AN/A
Hispanic 100%N/AN/A
Economically disadvantaged 100%N/AN/A
Students with disabilities 100%N/AN/A
Limited English proficient 100%N/AN/A
Source: DCPS, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher resources

Special staff resources available to students None
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Source: Manually entered by a school official.

Special education / special needs

Level of special education programming offered
  • Basic - the school offers or partners to provide services based on the needs of individual students

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM)

School facilities
  • Computer lab
  • Outdoor learning lab
  • Science lab

Arts & music

School facilities
  • Art room
  • Music room
Visual arts
  • Painting
Music
  • Choir / Chorus
Performing and written arts
  • Drama
Clubs
  • Art club

Language learning

Bi-lingual or language immersion programs offered
  • Spanish
Level of ESL/ELL programming offered
  • Basic - the school offers or partners to provide services based on the needs of individual students
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

School start time
  • 8:45am
School end time
  • 3:15pm
Before school or after school care / program onsite
  • After school
School Leader's name
  • Christopher Gray
Fax number
  • (202) 645-3176

Programs

Bi-lingual or language immersion programs offered

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  • Spanish
Level of special education programming offered
  • Basic - the school offers or partners to provide services based on the needs of individual students
Level of ESL/ELL programming offered
  • Basic - the school offers or partners to provide services based on the needs of individual students

Resources

Staff resources available to students
  • None
Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
Transportation provided for students by the school / district
  • U5, U6 (Mayfair/Marshall Heights/Minnesota Ave), V9 (Bureau of Engraving - Benning Heights), W4 (Deanwood - Anacostia Station), 96, 97 (Capitol Heights - McLean Gardens/Union Station)
School facilities
  • Art room
  • Auditorium
  • Computer lab
  • Library
  • Music room
  • Outdoor learning lab
  • Science lab
School leaders can update this information here.

Sports

Boys sports
  • Basketball
  • Football
  • Track
Girls sports
  • Basketball
  • Cheerleading
  • Track

Arts & music

Visual arts
  • Painting
Music
  • Choir / Chorus
Performing arts
  • Drama

Student clubs

Clubs (distinct from courses)
  • Art club
School leaders can update this information here.

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School culture

Dress Code
  • Uniforms
Parent involvement
  • Join PTO/PTA
School colors
  • Blue/Yellow
School mascot
  • Panther
School leaders can update this information here.

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