Ballou Stay High School serves 242 students in grades 9-12.
Ballou Stay High School placed in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: ≤5% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballou Stay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ballou Stay High School's student population of 242 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ballou Stay High School is ranked within the top 20% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Ballou Stay High School is 0.02, 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
#30 out of 212 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
17%
Black
99%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤5%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (03-04)
2%
4%
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 Ballou Stay High School's ranking?
Ballou Stay High School is ranked #30 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ballou Stay High School?
The graduation rate of Ballou Stay High School is 5%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend Ballou Stay High School?
242 students attend Ballou Stay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ballou Stay High School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ballou Stay High School?
Ballou Stay High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ballou Stay High School offer ?
Ballou Stay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ballou Stay High School part of?
Ballou Stay High School is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break (Events)
April 15, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 16, 2024 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 17, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 18, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 19, 2024 (Friday)
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