Serving 370 students in grades 6-8, Brookland Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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.
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 (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brookland Middle School's student population of 370 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Rankings
Brookland Middle 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 Brookland Middle School is 0.33, 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
#161 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
80%
63%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
49%
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 Brookland Middle School's ranking?
Brookland Middle School is ranked #161 out of 220 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Brookland Middle School?
370 students attend Brookland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Brookland Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brookland Middle School?
Brookland Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brookland Middle School offer ?
Brookland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brookland Middle School part of?
Brookland Middle School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Brookland Middle School located?
Brookland Middle School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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