Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lasalle-backus Es ranks in the bottom 50% 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 18% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lasalle-backus Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lasalle-backus Es's student population of 252 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lasalle-backus Es ranks within the bottom 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lasalle-backus Es is 0.52, 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
#109 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)18%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)32%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
47%
17%
Black
51%
65%
White
1%
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%
52%
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 Es's ranking?
Lasalle-backus Es is ranked #109 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Lasalle-backus Es often compared to?
Lasalle-backus Esis often viewed alongside schools like Langley Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Lasalle-backus Es?
252 students attend Lasalle-backus Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lasalle-backus Es students are Black, 47% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lasalle-backus Es?
Lasalle-backus Es has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lasalle-backus Es offer ?
Lasalle-backus Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lasalle-backus Es part of?
Lasalle-backus Es is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Lasalle-backus Es located?
Lasalle-backus Es is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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