Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Langley 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 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Langley Elementary School's student population of 338 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Langley 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 Langley Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. 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)
≤10%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
62%
64%
White
21%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langley Elementary School's ranking?
Langley Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Langley Elementary School often compared to?
Langley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burroughs Elementary School, Mundo Verde Bilingual Pcs - J.f. Cook by visitors of our site.
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 Langley Elementary School?
338 students attend Langley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Langley Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Langley Elementary School?
Langley 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 Langley Elementary School offer ?
Langley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Langley Elementary School part of?
Langley Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Langley Elementary School located?
Langley Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (No School)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of Passover
April 12, 2025 (Saturday)
Spring Break (No School)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of Morning Care & Aftercare
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School (not including snow days)
June 17, 2025 (Tuesday)
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