Serving 527 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Maury Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Maury Elementary School's student population of 527 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maury Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maury Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#14 out of 220 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
21%
64%
White
58%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maury Elementary School's ranking?
Maury Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Maury Elementary School often compared to?
Maury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like School-within-school At Goding, Ludlow-taylor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Maury Elementary School?
527 students attend Maury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Maury Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maury Elementary School?
Maury Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maury Elementary School offer ?
Maury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Maury Elementary School part of?
Maury Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Maury Elementary School located?
Maury Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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