Serving 628 students in grades 6-8, Macfarland MiddleSchool 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 12% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macfarland MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Macfarland MiddleSchool's student population of 628 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Macfarland MiddleSchool 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 Macfarland MiddleSchool is 0.48, 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
#145 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)12%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
64%
17%
Black
34%
65%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macfarland MiddleSchool's ranking?
Macfarland MiddleSchool is ranked #145 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Macfarland MiddleSchool?
628 students attend Macfarland MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Macfarland MiddleSchool students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macfarland MiddleSchool?
Macfarland MiddleSchool has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Macfarland MiddleSchool offer ?
Macfarland MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Macfarland MiddleSchool part of?
Macfarland MiddleSchool is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Macfarland MiddleSchool located?
Macfarland MiddleSchool is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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