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#176 of 240 schools in DC
Johnson MS
Middle School · District of Columbia Public Schools
1400 Bruce Pl. SE, Washington, DC 20020
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#176 of 240
In Washington
#176 of 240
public schools
In district
#90 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Johnson MS
Johnson MS is a public middle school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Johnson MS serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Johnson MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Johnson MS show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- DC avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Johnson MS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Johnson MS sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
61% of students at Johnson 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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Johnson MS — Students at Johnson MS score 11% 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 30 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Johnson MS Compares
See how Johnson MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1400 Bruce Pl. SE, Washington, DC 20020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Johnson MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DC Prep PCS - Anacostia MS (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Friendship PCS - Southeast Middle (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WASHINGTON SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Johnson MS
What grades does Johnson MS serve?
Johnson MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Johnson MS?
Johnson MS has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnson MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Johnson MS is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Johnson MS rank in DC?
Johnson MS ranks #176 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Johnson MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Johnson MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Johnson MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Johnson MS has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Johnson MS a charter school?
No, Johnson MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Johnson MS a Title I school?
No, Johnson 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
- 297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.6%
- Phone
- (202) 939-3140
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #90 of 116
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