Very Good
#50 of 240 schools in DC
Top 20% in state
Macfarland MS
Middle School · District of Columbia Public Schools
4400 Iowa Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20011
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#50 of 240
In Washington
#50 of 240
public schools
In district
#31 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Macfarland MS
Macfarland MS is a public middle school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Macfarland MS serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Macfarland MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #50 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Macfarland MS show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- DC avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Macfarland MS sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
57% of students at Macfarland 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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Macfarland MS — Students at Macfarland MS 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 18 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: 9.6/10.
How Macfarland MS Compares
See how Macfarland MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4400 Iowa Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Macfarland MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dorothy I. Height ES (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bancroft ES (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Roosevelt HS Washington | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF D.C. Washington | 0.1 mi | — |
| Dorothy I. Height ES Washington | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Powell ES Washington | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - HS Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Center City PCS - Petworth Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Raymond ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| John Lewis ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - MS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Truesdell ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Barnard ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View Washington | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| CHRISTIAN FAMILY MONTESSORI Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Tubman ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Bancroft ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus Washington | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Creative Minds International PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Ida B. Wells 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 |
| Statesmen College Preparatory Academy for Boys PCS Washington, DC | 7.2 |
| Eliot-Hine MS Washington, DC | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Macfarland MS
What grades does Macfarland MS serve?
Macfarland MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Macfarland MS?
Macfarland MS has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Macfarland MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Macfarland MS is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Macfarland MS rank in DC?
Macfarland MS ranks #50 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Macfarland MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Macfarland 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 Macfarland MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Macfarland MS has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Macfarland MS a charter school?
No, Macfarland MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Macfarland MS a Title I school?
No, Macfarland 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
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.7%
- Phone
- (202) 671-6033
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #31 of 116
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