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#168 of 240 schools in DC
Walker-jones Education Campus
Elementary School · District of Columbia Public Schools
1125 New Jersey Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20001
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#168 of 240
In Washington
#168 of 240
public schools
In district
#86 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
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Walker-jones Education Campus
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Walker-jones Education Campus
Walker-jones Education Campus is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Walker-jones Education Campus serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Walker-jones Education Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Walker-jones Education Campus show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Walker-jones Education Campus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
71% of students at Walker-jones Education Campus 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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Walker-jones Education Campus — Students at Walker-jones Education Campus score 15% 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 34 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: 6.8/10.
How Walker-jones Education Campus Compares
See how Walker-jones Education Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1125 New Jersey Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walker-jones Education Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seaton ES (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dunbar HS Washington | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary Washington | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle Washington | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| KIPP DC - Lead Academy PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Center City PCS - Shaw Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Girls Global Academy PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| TEMPLETON ACADEMY Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Seaton ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Capitol Hill Montessori School at Logan Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| BASIS DC PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Langley ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Benjamin Banneker HS Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Cleveland ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Two Rivers PCS - 4th Street Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| McKinley Technology HS Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,730
Median Home Value
$844,500
Median Rent
$2,464/mo
Population
44,022
College Educated
77.7%
Homeownership
33.8%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
32.8
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|---|---|
| Hendley ES Washington, DC | 5.5 |
| The Children's Guild DC PCS Washington, DC | 5.5 |
| Langdon ES Washington, DC | 5.6 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington, DC | 5.6 |
| Wheatley Education Campus Washington, DC | 5.7 |
| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington, DC | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walker-jones Education Campus
What grades does Walker-jones Education Campus serve?
Walker-jones Education Campus serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Walker-jones Education Campus?
Walker-jones Education Campus has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walker-jones Education Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Walker-jones Education Campus is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walker-jones Education Campus rank in DC?
Walker-jones Education Campus ranks #168 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Walker-jones Education Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Walker-jones Education Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Walker-jones Education Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walker-jones Education Campus has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Walker-jones Education Campus a charter school?
No, Walker-jones Education Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walker-jones Education Campus a Title I school?
No, Walker-jones Education Campus is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.9%
- Phone
- (202) 939-5934
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #86 of 116
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