Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Langley Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Langley EC serves the northeastern part of Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Langley Elementary School's student population of 348 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
School Motto
One Community, One Mission, Destination: Excellence!
School Rankings
Langley Elementary 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 Langley Elementary School is 0.53, which is less 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
#176 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
66%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
White
15%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Home of the Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Langley Elementary School's ranking?
Langley Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Langley Elementary School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Langley Elementary School?
348 students attend Langley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Langley Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Langley Elementary School?
Langley 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 Langley Elementary School offer ?
Langley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Langley Elementary School part of?
Langley Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Langley Elementary School located?
Langley Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (No School) - Vacaciones de Acción de Gracias (No hay clases)
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL / Vacaciones - No hay clases
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 17, 2027 (Thursday)
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