Very Good
#51 of 240 schools in DC
Top 21% in state
Ida B. Wells MS
Middle School · District of Columbia Public Schools
405 Sheridan St. NW, Washington, DC 20011
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#51 of 240
In Washington
#51 of 240
public schools
In district
#32 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Ida B. Wells MS
Ida B. Wells MS is a public middle school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Ida B.
Wells MS serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ida B. Wells MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Ida B. Wells MS show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- DC avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Ida B. Wells MS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ida B. Wells MS — Students at Ida B. Wells MS score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 10 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Ida B. Wells MS Compares
See how Ida B. Wells MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 Sheridan St. NW, Washington, DC 20011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ida B. Wells MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Friendship PCS - Ideal Middle (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Washington Latin PCS - MS (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Capital City PCS - MS (rated 5.7/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Coolidge HS Washington | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Whittier ES Washington | 0.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Capital City PCS - Lower School Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Capital City PCS - MS Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Capital City PCS - HS Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Paul PCS - MS Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Paul PCS - International HS Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Breakthrough Montessori PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Takoma ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Center City PCS - Brightwood Washington | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Middle Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary Washington | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Sela PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Brightwood ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Roots PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Washington Latin PCS - MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Washington Latin PCS - Upper School Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Friendship PCS - Online Academy Washington | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Military Road Early Learning Center Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Truesdell ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,377
Median Home Value
$722,200
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
66,951
College Educated
54.7%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MacFarland MS Washington, DC | 7.8 |
| Brookland MS Washington, DC | 7.6 |
| Hardy MS Washington, DC | 8.2 |
| Friendship PCS - Southeast Middle Washington, DC | 7.2 |
| Eliot-Hine MS Washington, DC | 6.7 |
| Washington Latin PCS - MS Washington, DC | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ida B. Wells MS
What grades does Ida B. Wells MS serve?
Ida B. Wells MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ida B. Wells MS?
Ida B. Wells MS has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ida B. Wells MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Ida B. Wells MS is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ida B. Wells MS rank in DC?
Ida B. Wells MS ranks #51 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Ida B. Wells MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Ida B. Wells MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ida B. Wells MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ida B. Wells MS has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Ida B. Wells MS a charter school?
No, Ida B. Wells MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ida B. Wells MS a Title I school?
No, Ida B. Wells MS is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.4%
- Phone
- (202) 671-0693
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #32 of 116
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