Serving 1,462 students in grades 6-8, Deal Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 63% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Deal Middle School serves the northwest part of Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Families within this zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and up to 3.4 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deal Middle 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
School Overview
Deal Middle School's student population of 1,462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,462 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1931
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Deal Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deal Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#11 out of 220 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
22%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
31%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
49%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deal Middle School's ranking?
Deal Middle School is ranked #11 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Deal Middle School often compared to?
Deal Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hardy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Deal Middle School?
1,462 students attend Deal Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Deal Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deal Middle School?
Deal Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Deal Middle School offer ?
Deal Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deal Middle School part of?
Deal Middle School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Deal Middle School located?
Deal Middle School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
School Calendar
View the Deal Middle School yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Kaya Henderson needs to pay an unannounced visit to this school. I agree that the special education program at Deal is the worst that I've ever seen!! The minority students at this school are treated horribly. Dare to complain to the administrators about your displeasure with their staff and your child will become a target. There are fights everyday! The classes and halls are very overcrowded. Please do your homework before enrolling your
Child at Deal. My child has been robbed in the hall, beat up while using the restroom, bullied and mistreated by teachers who are
supposed to protect the students. Parents please do your homework about this school. Im not a disgruntled parent making false accusations. I have pictures of my child's bruises, medical documents, complaints to DCPS and the list goes on. My child is trapped in this war zone until June before we can transfer. Be smart about Deal,
1 10/10/2025
My 14 year old started here last year and it has been one bullying incident after another. Assaulted on school grounds on several occasions and all I hear about from the students is how many fights go on every single day. Its insane that our children have to fear going to school because nothing is done about the fighting. It seems that no one cares....maybe its time to get the local news channels to go in unannounced and get an inside look at the REAL DEAL. Our children have the right to be safe in school and go to school without being afraid of who's going to bully them next!
5 10/10/2025
Deal is not good, Deal is AWESOME!!! I`m a veteran teacher with 20+years under my belt and have never seen more gifted and/or better behaved group of kids anywhere. It`s a pleasure to walk everyday in the quiet and orderly hallways where children are engaged and excited about their lessons. This is my experience with Deal, and next year my son will enroll as a 6th grader. It will be hard for him to leave his friends at a private school, but we feel that Deal`s education is the best in DC.
5 10/10/2025
My son is a 6th grader at Deal and I couldn't be happier with the school. Students, Teachers, and administrators are smart and caring. Everything is well organized and students excel academically. I couldn''t ask for a better school for my son.
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