Serving 486 students in grades 6-8, Macfarland Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macfarland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Macfarland Middle School's student population of 486 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
Macfarland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macfarland Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#110 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
55%
19%
Black
39%
62%
White
3%
14%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macfarland Middle School's ranking?
Macfarland Middle School is ranked #110 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Macfarland Middle School?
486 students attend Macfarland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Macfarland Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macfarland Middle School?
Macfarland Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Macfarland Middle School offer ?
Macfarland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macfarland Middle School part of?
Macfarland Middle School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Macfarland Middle School located?
Macfarland Middle School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 72 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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