Very Good
#47 of 240 schools in DC
Top 19% in state
Murch ES
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
4810 36th St. NW, Washington, DC 20008
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#47 of 240
In Washington
#47 of 240
public schools
In district
#28 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Murch ES
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About Murch ES
Murch ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Murch ES serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Murch ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Murch ES show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Murch ES — Students at Murch ES score 71% proficient, which is above 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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Murch ES Compares
See how Murch ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4810 36th St. NW, Washington, DC 20008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Murch ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hearst ES (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Janney ES (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lafayette ES (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Deal MS Washington | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| SHERIDAN SCHOOL Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHEVY CHASE Washington | 0.5 mi | — |
| FRANKLIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 0.5 mi | — |
| Jackson-Reed HS Washington | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Janney ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Hearst ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| GEORGETOWN DAY SCHOOL Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| WHITTLE SCHOOL AND STUDIOS Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| BROAD BRANCH CHILDREN'S HOUSE Washington | 0.9 mi | — |
| EDMUND BURKE SCHOOL Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| SIDWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Lafayette ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Washington | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| NATIONAL PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOHNS COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Eaton ES Washington | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Washington | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,653
Median Home Value
$894,100
Median Rent
$2,202/mo
Population
28,743
College Educated
88.9%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens Washington, DC | 7.9 |
| Mann ES Washington, DC | 7.8 |
| Washington Yu Ying PCS Washington, DC | 7.8 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School Washington, DC | 8.1 |
| Hyde-Addison ES Washington, DC | 7.7 |
| Eaton ES Washington, DC | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Murch ES
What grades does Murch ES serve?
Murch ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Murch ES?
Murch ES has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Murch ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Murch ES is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Murch ES rank in DC?
Murch ES ranks #47 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Murch ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Murch ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Murch ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Murch ES has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Murch ES a charter school?
No, Murch ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Murch ES a Title I school?
No, Murch 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
- 636
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (202) 282-0130
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #28 of 116
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