Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ketcham Es 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 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ketcham Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ketcham Es's student population of 283 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
283 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Ketcham Es 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 Ketcham Es is 0.08, 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
#132 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
19%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
17%
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Black
96%
65%
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White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ketcham Es's ranking?
Ketcham Es is ranked #132 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Ketcham Es often compared to?
Ketcham Esis often viewed alongside schools like Moten Es, Noyes Es, Kimball Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Ketcham Es?
283 students attend Ketcham Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ketcham Es students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ketcham Es?
Ketcham Es has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ketcham Es offer ?
Ketcham Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ketcham Es part of?
Ketcham Es is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Ketcham Es located?
Ketcham Es is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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