Average
#163 of 240 schools in DC
Langdon ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
1900 Evarts St. NE, Washington, DC 20018
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#163 of 240
In Washington
#163 of 240
public schools
In district
#85 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Langdon ES
Langdon ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Langdon ES serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Langdon ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #163 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Langdon ES show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Langdon ES 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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Langdon ES — Students at Langdon ES score 30% 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 32 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.
How Langdon ES Compares
See how Langdon ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1900 Evarts St. NE, Washington, DC 20018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Langdon ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burroughs ES (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,569
Median Home Value
$672,100
Median Rent
$1,245/mo
Population
19,956
College Educated
45.8%
Homeownership
54.2%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Langdon ES
What grades does Langdon ES serve?
Langdon ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Langdon ES?
Langdon ES has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Langdon ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Langdon ES is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Langdon ES rank in DC?
Langdon ES ranks #163 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Langdon ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Langdon ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Langdon ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Langdon ES has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Langdon ES a charter school?
No, Langdon ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Langdon ES a Title I school?
No, Langdon ES is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 390
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (202) 576-6048
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #85 of 116
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