Serving 651 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Murch Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), 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: 651 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Murch 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
Murch Elementary School's student population of 651 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
651 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Murch 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 Murch Elementary School is 0.66, 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)
64%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
16%
64%
White
54%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murch Elementary School's ranking?
Murch 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 Murch Elementary School often compared to?
Murch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Janney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Murch Elementary School?
651 students attend Murch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Murch Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Murch Elementary School?
Murch Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Murch Elementary School offer ?
Murch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Murch Elementary School part of?
Murch Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Murch Elementary School located?
Murch 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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