Langdon Elementary School

1900 Evarts St. Ne
Washington, DC 20018
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Langdon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 390 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Top 20% in DC
  • : 25-29% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-29% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Langdon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Langdon Elementary School's student population of 390 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Langdon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Langdon Elementary School is 0.46, 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.
This School
State Level (DC)
#43 out of 220 schools
(Top 20%)
25-29%
19%
30-34%
31%
20-29%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
28%
19%
Black
68%
63%
White
3%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.46
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Langdon Elementary School's ranking?
Langdon Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Langdon Elementary School often compared to?
Langdon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burroughs Elementary School, Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Langdon Elementary School?
390 students attend Langdon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Langdon Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Langdon Elementary School?
Langdon Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Langdon Elementary School offer ?
Langdon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Langdon Elementary School part of?
Langdon Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Langdon Elementary School located?
Langdon Elementary 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 390 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 25-29% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 30%)
  • : 20-29% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

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