Serving 591 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barnard Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barnard Elementary School's student population of 591 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Barnard Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnard Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#45 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
45%
19%
Black
41%
63%
White
10%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnard Elementary School's ranking?
Barnard Elementary School is ranked #45 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Barnard Elementary School often compared to?
Barnard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bancroft Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Barnard Elementary School?
591 students attend Barnard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Barnard Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barnard Elementary School?
Barnard Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Barnard Elementary School offer ?
Barnard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barnard Elementary School part of?
Barnard Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Barnard Elementary School located?
Barnard Elementary School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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