Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marie Reed Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marie Reed Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Marie Reed Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marie Reed Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marie Reed Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#36 out of 220 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
45%
19%
Black
20%
63%
White
22%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
7%
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 Marie Reed Elementary School's ranking?
Marie Reed Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Marie Reed Elementary School often compared to?
Marie Reed Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oyster-adams Bilingual School, Bancroft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Marie Reed Elementary School?
452 students attend Marie Reed Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Marie Reed Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marie Reed Elementary School?
Marie Reed Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marie Reed Elementary School offer ?
Marie Reed Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marie Reed Elementary School part of?
Marie Reed Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Marie Reed Elementary School located?
Marie Reed Elementary School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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