Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Randle Highlands Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Randle Highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Randle Highlands Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
300 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Randle Highlands 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 Randle Highlands Elementary School is 0.08, which is less 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
#152 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
19%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
3%
19%

Black
96%
63%

White
n/a
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%
49%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
5%

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 Randle Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Randle Highlands Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Randle Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Randle Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plummer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Randle Highlands Elementary School?
300 students attend Randle Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Randle Highlands Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Randle Highlands Elementary School?
Randle Highlands 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 Randle Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Randle Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Randle Highlands Elementary School part of?
Randle Highlands Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Randle Highlands Elementary School located?
Randle Highlands Elementary School is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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