Average
#30 of 45 private schools in DC
Bishop John T Walker School for Boys
Elementary School
1801 MISSISSIPPI AVE SE, Washington, DC 20020
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
District of Columbia private schools
#30 of 45
In Washington
#30 of 45
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About Bishop John T Walker School for Boys
Bishop John T Walker School for Boys is a private elementary school in Washington, DC. Bishop John T Walker School for Boys serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop John T Walker School for Boys has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 45 private schools in DC.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 71 students, Bishop John T Walker School for Boys is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, Bishop John T Walker School for Boys sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bishop John T Walker School for Boys is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bishop John T Walker School for Boys compares to 173 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop John T Walker School for Boys (this school) | 5.8 |
| Turner ES | 3.5 |
| Malcolm X ES at Green | 6.3 |
| Rocketship PCS - Rise Academy | 2.6 |
| Eagle Academy PCS - Congress Heights | 2.2 |
| KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS | 7.3 |
| KIPP DC - Pride Academy PCS | 6.2 |
| KIPP DC - Honor Academy PCS | 5.2 |
| Moten ES | 7.6 |
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia MS | 8.7 |
| Achievement Preparatory Academy PCS - Wahler Place ES | 6.6 |
| KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS | 7.3 |
| KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS | 3.5 |
| KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS | 2.8 |
| Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary | 4.9 |
| Friendship PCS - Southeast Middle | 7.2 |
| Early Childhood Academy PCS | 7.0 |
| King ES | 4.2 |
| Stanton ES | 6.9 |
| Simon ES | 4.5 |
| Center City PCS - Congress Heights | 8.7 |
Showing 20 of 173 schools. View all schools in Washington
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in DC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1801 MISSISSIPPI AVE SE, Washington, DC 20020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop John T Walker School for Boys may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moten ES (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,015
Median Home Value
$442,500
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
53,885
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
30.9%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
33.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| I Dream PCS Washington, DC | 6.4 |
| Roots PCS Washington, DC | 5.0 |
| RIVER SCHOOL Washington, DC | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop John T Walker School for Boys
What grades does Bishop John T Walker School for Boys serve?
Bishop John T Walker School for Boys serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bishop John T Walker School for Boys?
Bishop John T Walker School for Boys has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop John T Walker School for Boys?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop John T Walker School for Boys is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bishop John T Walker School for Boys rank in DC?
Bishop John T Walker School for Boys ranks #30 of 45 private schools in DC.
What is Bishop John T Walker School for Boys's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop John T Walker School for Boys has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bishop John T Walker School for Boys a private school?
Yes, Bishop John T Walker School for Boys is a private all-boys school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bishop John T Walker School for Boys a religious school?
Bishop John T Walker School for Boys has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 71
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 10.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 678-1515
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