Serving 223 students in grades 6-8, Sousa 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 5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sousa MS serves the southeast part of Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 3.4 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sousa Middle School's student population of 223 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sousa 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 Sousa Middle School is 0.19, 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
#197 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
90%
62%
White
n/a
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.3%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sousa Middle School's ranking?
Sousa Middle School is ranked #197 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Sousa Middle School?
223 students attend Sousa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sousa Middle School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sousa Middle School?
Sousa Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sousa Middle School offer ?
Sousa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sousa Middle School part of?
Sousa Middle School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Sousa Middle School located?
Sousa Middle School is located in the Fort Dupont neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 1 other public schools located in Fort Dupont.
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