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Below Average

#194 of 240 schools in DC

Langley ES

Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools

101 T Street NE, Washington, DC 20002

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#194 of 240

In Washington

#194 of 240

public schools

In district

#97 of 116

District of Columbia Public Schools

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Langley ES

4.8/10

Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Langley ES

Langley ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Langley ES serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Langley ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #194 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Langley ES show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • DC avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Langley 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.1% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.9% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg-27.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.3 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING), Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
vs. Expected-17.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,629
Chronic Absenteeism45.1%

Langley ES — Students at Langley ES score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.3% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
33.3% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 22.5% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
37.4% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 27 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2025
Math
11.2%
ELA
17.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Langley ES Compares

See how Langley ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
20th percentile in DC
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.1%

Location

101 T Street NE, Washington, DC 20002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Langley ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
McKinley Technology HS Washington 0.1 mi 6.9
McKinley MS Washington 0.1 mi 7.1
Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence Washington 0.1 mi 6.7
Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington 0.4 mi 8.2
Two Rivers PCS - 4th Street Washington 0.6 mi 5.8
Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary Washington 0.6 mi 7.1
Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle Washington 0.6 mi 7.6
Dunbar HS Washington 0.6 mi 4.5
Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS Washington 0.7 mi 8.8
KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS Washington 0.7 mi 4.7
GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington 0.9 mi 3.4
Walker-Jones Education Campus Washington 0.8 mi 5.5
KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS Washington 0.7 mi 4.3
KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS Washington 0.7 mi 6.5
KIPP DC - Lead Academy PCS Washington 0.7 mi 3.8
Capital Village PCS Washington 0.8 mi 5.7
DC Prep PCS - Edgewood ES Washington 0.9 mi 5.0
J.O. Wilson ES Washington 0.9 mi 5.4
DC Prep PCS - Edgewood MS Washington 0.9 mi 5.9
Washington Latin PCS - Anna Julia Cooper MS Washington 0.9 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,482

Median Home Value

$813,700

Median Rent

$2,140/mo

Population

70,580

College Educated

69.8%

Homeownership

37.2%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Langley ES

What grades does Langley ES serve?

Langley ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Langley ES?

Langley ES has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Langley ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Langley ES is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Langley ES rank in DC?

Langley ES ranks #194 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Langley ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Langley ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Langley ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Langley ES has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

Is Langley ES a charter school?

No, Langley ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Langley ES a Title I school?

No, Langley ES is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
70 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
83 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.1%

District

District of Columbia Public Schools
District Enrollment
51,294
Schools in District
117
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,629
District Rank
#97 of 116

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