Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lasalle-backus 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 25-29% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lasalle-backus Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lasalle-backus Elementary School's student population of 255 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lasalle-backus 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 Lasalle-backus Elementary School is 0.53, which is less 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
#43 out of 220 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
45%
18%
Black
52%
64%
White
2%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lasalle-backus Elementary School's ranking?
Lasalle-backus Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Lasalle-backus Elementary School?
255 students attend Lasalle-backus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lasalle-backus Elementary School students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lasalle-backus Elementary School?
Lasalle-backus Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lasalle-backus Elementary School offer ?
Lasalle-backus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lasalle-backus Elementary School part of?
Lasalle-backus Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Lasalle-backus Elementary School located?
Lasalle-backus 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
Fall Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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