Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Walker-jones Education Campus 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 3% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walker Jones EC serves a central area of Washington, DC, encompassing approximately 1 square mile. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walker-jones Education Campus's student population of 292 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Walker-jones Education Campus 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 Walker-jones Education Campus is 0.12, 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
#203 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
22%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
31%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker-jones Education Campus's ranking?
Walker-jones Education Campus is ranked #203 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Walker-jones Education Campus often compared to?
Walker-jones Education Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Stanton Elementary School, Thomas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Walker-jones Education Campus?
292 students attend Walker-jones Education Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Walker-jones Education Campus students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walker-jones Education Campus?
Walker-jones Education Campus has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walker-jones Education Campus offer ?
Walker-jones Education Campus offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walker-jones Education Campus part of?
Walker-jones Education Campus is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Walker-jones Education Campus located?
Walker-jones Education Campus is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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