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#30 of 240 schools in DC

Top 12% in state

Marie Reed ES

Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools

2201 18th St. NW, Washington, DC 20009

Enrollment

452

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#30 of 240

In Washington

#30 of 240

public schools

In district

#19 of 116

District of Columbia Public Schools

Academic performance

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Marie Reed ES

8.3/10

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

H.d. Cooke ES

6.4/10

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5.7/10

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About Marie Reed ES

Marie Reed ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Marie Reed ES serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Marie Reed ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Marie Reed ES show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • DC avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.6% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.2% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.4 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (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+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,629
Chronic Absenteeism23.5%

Marie Reed ES — Students at Marie Reed ES score 45% proficient, which is above 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 44.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.2% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.4% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 32 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
41.2%
ELA
48.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.

How Marie Reed ES Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
88th percentile in DC
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

Location

2201 18th St. NW, Washington, DC 20009

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marie Reed ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ross ES (rated 9.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Garrison ES (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bancroft ES (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
H.D. Cooke ES Washington 0.4 mi 6.4
FUSION ACADEMY WDC: WASHINGTON D.C. Washington 0.4 mi 5.7
Ross ES Washington 0.5 mi 9.7
ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington 0.4 mi 4.9
MYSA SCHOOL Washington 0.5 mi
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights Washington 0.6 mi 6.3
Meridian PCS Washington 0.6 mi 4.2
Columbia Heights Education Campus Washington 0.8 mi 6.4
Cardozo Education Campus Washington 0.7 mi 4.6
Garrison ES Washington 0.8 mi 9.1
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Washington 0.9 mi 4.2
Roosevelt STAY HS Washington 0.8 mi 3.0
Tubman ES Washington 0.9 mi 5.7
Bancroft ES Washington 1.1 mi 8.6
AIDAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington 1.0 mi 8.0
Benjamin Banneker HS Washington 1.0 mi 8.2
School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens Washington 0.9 mi 7.9
Thaddeus Stevens Early Learning Center Washington 1.2 mi 6.3
Oyster-Adams Bilingual School Washington 1.0 mi 8.1
Seaton ES Washington 1.0 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$140,555

Median Home Value

$727,800

Median Rent

$2,346/mo

Population

49,997

College Educated

83.9%

Homeownership

34.6%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

34.2

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Tyler ES Washington, DC 8.3
Two Rivers PCS - Young ES Washington, DC 8.4
Eaton ES Washington, DC 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marie Reed ES

What grades does Marie Reed ES serve?

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

How many students attend Marie Reed ES?

Marie Reed ES has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marie Reed ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Marie Reed ES is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marie Reed ES rank in DC?

Marie Reed ES ranks #30 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Marie Reed ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Marie Reed ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Marie Reed ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marie Reed ES has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Marie Reed ES a charter school?

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

Is Marie Reed ES a Title I school?

No, Marie Reed ES is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
80 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
88 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

District

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

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