Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wheatley Education Campus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than 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 (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheatley Education Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wheatley Education Campus's student population of 335 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wheatley Education Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheatley Education Campus is 0.32, which is less 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
#153 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
17%
Black
81%
65%
White
3%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheatley Education Campus's ranking?
Wheatley Education Campus is ranked #153 out of 212 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Wheatley Education Campus?
335 students attend Wheatley Education Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wheatley Education Campus students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheatley Education Campus?
Wheatley Education Campus has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wheatley Education Campus offer ?
Wheatley Education Campus offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Wheatley Education Campus part of?
Wheatley Education Campus is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
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