Serving 233 students in grades 6-8, Sousa MiddleSchool 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 4% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sousa MiddleSchool 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
Sousa MiddleSchool's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sousa MiddleSchool 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 Sousa MiddleSchool is 0.10, 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
#203 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)4%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
17%
Black
95%
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)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sousa MiddleSchool's ranking?
Sousa MiddleSchool is ranked #203 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Sousa MiddleSchool?
233 students attend Sousa MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sousa MiddleSchool students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sousa MiddleSchool?
Sousa MiddleSchool has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sousa MiddleSchool offer ?
Sousa MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sousa MiddleSchool part of?
Sousa MiddleSchool is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
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