Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, School Without Walls At Francis-stevens ranks in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
School Without Walls At Francis-stevens ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
School Without Walls At Francis-stevens's student population of 516 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
School Without Walls At Francis-stevens 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 School Without Walls At Francis-stevens is 0.71, which is more 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
#36 out of 220 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
18%
17%
Black
45%
65%
White
22%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is School Without Walls At Francis-stevens's ranking?
School Without Walls At Francis-stevens is ranked #36 out of 220 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend School Without Walls At Francis-stevens?
516 students attend School Without Walls At Francis-stevens.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of School Without Walls At Francis-stevens students are Black, 22% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of School Without Walls At Francis-stevens?
School Without Walls At Francis-stevens has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does School Without Walls At Francis-stevens offer ?
School Without Walls At Francis-stevens offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is School Without Walls At Francis-stevens part of?
School Without Walls At Francis-stevens is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is School Without Walls At Francis-stevens located?
School Without Walls At Francis-stevens is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
School Reviews
5 4/12/2009
Hello, I had 2 sons attend Francis Junior High. I was the First Coach for the Baseball and Football Team. I hope Coach Parker is doing well. I consider him my friend. I had total cooperation with the teachers and staff. The young students athletes were always respectful. I thank the School and Coach Parker for having the confidence in letting me participate with the school. It was very rewarding, and I hope that I provided to the students athletes proper instruction and example. Go Tigers!
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