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Marie Reed Elementary School

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Marie Reed Elementary School ranks 28 th of 124 District Of Columbia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public Grades PK, KG-5

28^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 124 District Of Columbia Elementary Schools

Better than 77% of District Of Columbia elementary schools

Summary

Marie Reed Elementary School is a PK–5 public school in the Adams Morgan neighborhood of Washington, DC, serving 461 students as part of District of Columbia Public Schools. It is a consistently high-performing school, earning a 4-star rating and ranking 28th out of 124 DC elementary schools in 2025–2026. Students at Marie Reed outperform district and state averages in both English language arts and math, with 49.4% proficiency in ELA and 45.2% in math. The school is especially strong in upper elementary grades—4th grade ELA proficiency reaches 63.8% compared to the district average of 45.9%—and science scores in 5th grade also beat district averages.

Compared to nearby schools, Marie Reed is a standout. Within a mile, only Ross Elementary School and Oyster-Adams Bilingual School post higher proficiency rates in both subjects, while H.D. Cooke Elementary School—only a third of a mile away—has roughly half the test scores despite similar per-pupil spending. Marie Reed also invests heavily in its students, spending $30,534 per pupil in 2023–2024, more than nearby high-performing schools like Ross and Oyster-Adams. The school is particularly effective for Hispanic and English Learner students, ranking among the best in DC for those groups. However, results are uneven: African American students have seen their relative performance decline over recent years, and historical data shows special education students have struggled, though more recent subgroup data is limited.

For parents, Marie Reed offers a stable, well-resourced option in a neighborhood where school quality varies dramatically. The school’s mid-size enrollment (461 students) allows for a close-knit community while still offering broad programming. A moderately low student-teacher ratio of 10.2 supports personalized attention. While the school’s overall record is strong—consistently in the upper quartile of DC elementary schools for nine straight years—families with children receiving special education services or those concerned about racial equity gaps may want to ask the school directly about current supports and outcomes.

461

Students ?

10.2

Student/teacher ratio ?

$30,347

Per pupil spending ?

100%

Free/discounted lunch ?

2201 18th St. NW
Washington, DC 20009

(202) 673-7308

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Students who attend Marie Reed Elementary School usually attend:

High:	Cardozo Education Campus
	Columbia Heights Education Campus

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

43.6%

African American:

21.5%

White:

21.3%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 64th percentile in 2015 → 77th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the District Of Columbia average (47% vs 34% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 23% of District Of Columbia elementary schools

✓Ranking is trending up — up 13 percentile points since 2015

Worth a look

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school47%

District avg39%

District Of Columbia avg34%

28^th of 124

District Of Columbia public elementary schools ?

Top 23%▲ up 3 pts since 2016

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

22^nd of 74Elementary Schools in the District of Columbia Public Schools

19^th of 46District of Columbia Public Schools among District Of Columbia districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	District Of Columbia percentile	Rating
2026	69.5	28 of 124	77.4%	★★★★☆
2025	68.9	25 of 128	80.5%	★★★★☆
2024	79.6	20 of 126	84.1%	★★★★☆
2023	68.9	28 of 128	78.1%	★★★★☆
2022	63.1	25 of 97	74.2%	★★★★☆
2019	69.8	27 of 122	77.9%	★★★★☆
2018	79.3	22 of 120	81.7%	★★★★☆
2017	69.6	29 of 108	73.1%	★★★★☆
2016	67.0	25 of 99	74.7%	★★★★☆
2015	50.8	35 of 97	63.9%	★★★☆☆
2014	66.3	36 of 109	67.0%	★★★☆☆
2012	66.8	32 of 112	71.4%	★★★★☆
2011	52.3	37 of 111	66.7%	★★★☆☆
2010	63.1	33 of 111	70.3%	★★★★☆

African American

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	District Of Columbia percentile	Rating
2026	33.1	60 of 96	37.5%	★★☆☆☆
2025	40.4	62 of 108	42.6%	★★☆☆☆
2019	67.0	29 of 106	72.6%	★★★★☆
2018	61.5	34 of 100	66.0%	★★★☆☆

At Risk

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	District Of Columbia percentile	Rating
2019	66.0	21 of 91	76.9%	★★★★☆
2018	86.5	8 of 90	91.1%	★★★★★

English Language Learner

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	District Of Columbia percentile	Rating
2024	73.8	3 of 18	83.3%	★★★★☆
2023	62.3	5 of 19	73.7%	★★★★☆
2022	57.6	6 of 21	71.4%	★★★★☆
2019	76.0	2 of 25	92.0%	★★★★★
2018	88.8	1 of 25	96.0%	★★★★★

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	District Of Columbia percentile	Rating
2019	63.7	35 of 117	70.1%	★★★★☆
2018	77.1	24 of 110	78.2%	★★★★☆

Hispanic

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	District Of Columbia percentile	Rating
2026	61.9	6 of 22	72.7%	★★★★☆
2025	54.4	7 of 32	78.1%	★★★★☆
2024	63.8	7 of 30	76.7%	★★★★☆
2023	42.5	8 of 22	63.6%	★★★★☆
2022	43.1	6 of 18	66.7%	★★★★☆
2019	67.7	4 of 30	86.7%	★★★★☆
2018	88.5	2 of 29	93.1%	★★★★★

Low Socio Economic Status

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	District Of Columbia percentile	Rating
2026	44.2	39 of 80	51.3%	★★★☆☆
2025	49.2	46 of 92	50.0%	★★★☆☆
2024	49.3	23 of 55	58.2%	★★★☆☆
2023	40.6	34 of 53	35.8%	★★☆☆☆

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	District Of Columbia percentile	Rating
2019	72.5	21 of 113	81.4%	★★★★☆
2018	75.8	23 of 113	79.6%	★★★★☆

Special Education

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	District Of Columbia percentile	Rating
2019	27.1	40 of 45	11.1%	★☆☆☆☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	District Of Columbia percentile	Rating
2026	67.5	6 of 25	76.0%	★★★★☆
2024	58.3	15 of 26	42.3%	★★★☆☆
2023	38.6	17 of 25	32.0%	★★☆☆☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

English Language Learner (2024)83rd percentile~ school

Male (2019)81st percentile+4 vs school

At Risk (2019)77th percentile~ school

White (2026)76th percentile~ school

Hispanic (2026)73rd percentile-5 vs school

Female (2019)70th percentile-8 vs school

Low Socio Economic Status (2026)51st percentile-26 vs school

African American (2026)38th percentile-40 vs school

Special Education (2019)11th percentile-67 vs school

By subject vs District Of Columbia (2025-2026) ?

English Language Arts49%+10 vs state

Mathematics45%+17 vs state

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What people are saying

by a parent
Tuesday, February 17, 2015

This school is excellent! My child is receiving such a great education in a very socially and culturally diverse environment. The dual language model is incredible, the staff is so friendly and inviting to new families, and the new plan for renovations to the building is really exciting. The staff, parents, and community are clearly invested in the success of the school. They have innovative ways of providing services and activities to the kids. Art, Music, Tennis, Soccer, Snowboarding, just to name a few…I cannot stress enough what a great choice this school would be for any child! Close Quote

by a teacher on FaceBook
Sunday, February 15, 2015

Marie Reed is an ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse community that supports the needs of all students. I have loved working here and have enjoyed getting to know the teaching and parent community. My colleagues are excellent and all have impressive pedagogical knowledge; I know that all kids are getting a great education regardless of their classroom teacher. I am continually pushed to become a better teacher because of the connections I've made with my wonderful students and families. Every staff member makes an effort to help every child in the school. I am lucky to be part of the Marie Reed family! Close Quote

by a parent
Wednesday, August 6, 2014

We love this school. It's such a warm and supportive community, the teachers are fantastic and dedicated, and the kids are happy and energetic, yet well behaved. It's hard to believe my children are getting a first-rate, bilingual education for free! Yay, Marie Reed! Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				DC CAPE English Language Arts (2026)							DC CAPE Mathematics (2026)							Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients (2016)	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	DC CAPE English Language Arts 3rd Grade	DC CAPE English Language Arts 4th Grade	DC CAPE English Language Arts 5th Grade	DC CAPE English Language Arts 6th Grade	DC CAPE English Language Arts 7th Grade	DC CAPE English Language Arts 8th Grade	DC CAPE English Language Arts All Grades	DC CAPE Mathematics 3rd Grade	DC CAPE Mathematics 4th Grade	DC CAPE Mathematics 5th Grade	DC CAPE Mathematics 6th Grade	DC CAPE Mathematics 7th Grade	DC CAPE Mathematics 8th Grade	DC CAPE Mathematics All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Marie Reed Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2201 18th St. NW	Washington	20009	District Of Columbia	District of Columbia Public Schools	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 673-7308	461	45	10.2	100.0%	98 (21.3%)	99 (21.5%)	201 (43.6%)	35 (7.6%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	26 (5.6%)	69.5	28^th of 124 public elementary schools	77.4%		68.9	25^th of 128 public elementary schools	80.5%	3	35.8	63.8	51.0				49.4	43.9	50.0	41.1				45.2	$30,347	$2,367	$27,979
H.D. Cooke Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2525 17th St. NW	Washington	20009	District Of Columbia	District of Columbia Public Schools	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 939-5390	406	44	9.2	100.0%	18 (4.4%)	133 (32.8%)	239 (58.9%)	10 (2.5%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	4 (1.0%)	33.5	71^st of 124 public elementary schools	42.7%		19.8	107^th of 128 public elementary schools	16.4%	36		41.7	9.2				24.2	31.2		15.9				24.3	$29,668	$2,551	$27,117
Ross Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1730 R St. NW	Washington	20009	District Of Columbia	District of Columbia Public Schools	No	(n/a)	No	No	(202) 673-7200	171	19	9.0	13.8%	105 (61.4%)	17 (9.9%)	20 (11.7%)	13 (7.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	16 (9.4%)	98.1	1^st of 124 public elementary schools	99.2%		98.9	3^rd of 128 public elementary schools	97.7%	2	86.2	81.8	84.6				84.4	89.6	90.9	80.7				87.1	$28,793	$2,088	$26,705
Meridian PCS	Public, Charter	PK, KG-8	2120 13th Street NW	Washington	20009	District Of Columbia	Meridian PCS	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 387-9830	578	62	9.3	99.7%	2 (0.3%)	397 (68.7%)	171 (29.6%)	4 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (0.7%)	17.2	108^th of 124 public elementary schools	12.9%		25	93^rd of 128 public elementary schools	27.3%	15	10.6	10.0	13.6	25.0	19.5	34.0	19.2	8.7	5.0	11.9	2.5	10.8	14.0	9.0	$34,666	$6,129	$28,537
Garrison Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1200 S St. NW	Washington	20009	District Of Columbia	District of Columbia Public Schools	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 673-7263	395	41	9.6	100.0%	99 (25.1%)	186 (47.1%)	80 (20.3%)	17 (4.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	13 (3.3%)	69.3	29^th of 124 public elementary schools	76.6%		67.4	29^th of 128 public elementary schools	77.3%		47.7	46.6	44.4				46.2	61.4	42.2	40.0				47.8	$29,606	$2,426	$27,180
Tubman Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	800 Euclid St. NW	Washington	20001	District Of Columbia	District of Columbia Public Schools	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 673-7285	415	70	5.9	100.0%	27 (6.5%)	163 (39.3%)	215 (51.8%)	2 (0.5%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	7 (1.7%)	47.1	54^th of 124 public elementary schools	56.5%		40.5	58^th of 128 public elementary schools	54.7%	4	22.2	28.5	43.5				31.4		30.7	34.8				29.3	$36,542	$2,871	$33,671
Oyster-Adams Bilingual School	Public	PK, KG-8	2801 Calvert St. NW	Washington	20008	District Of Columbia	District of Columbia Public Schools	No	(n/a)	No	No	(202) 671-6130	791	60	13.1	21.7%	306 (38.7%)	22 (2.8%)	385 (48.7%)	34 (4.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	44 (5.6%)	94.7	10^th of 124 public elementary schools	91.9%		95.7	10^th of 128 public elementary schools	92.2%		62.6	75.5	74.1	79.5	76.3	71.2	73.1	81.5	64.9	66.6	59.0	68.8	53.8	66.5	$23,829	$2,085	$21,744
Cleveland Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1825 8th St. NW	Washington	20001	District Of Columbia	District of Columbia Public Schools	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 939-4380	301	35	8.6	100.0%	12 (4.0%)	152 (50.5%)	127 (42.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (3.0%)	27.3	80^th of 124 public elementary schools	35.5%		36.6	69^th of 128 public elementary schools	46.1%	11		20.0	41.4				25.5	17.1	6.7					17.0	$32,257	$2,543	$29,714
John Francis Education Campus	Public	PK, KG-8	2425 N St NW	Washington	20037	District Of Columbia	District of Columbia Public Schools	No	(n/a)	No	No	(202) 724-4841	583	57	10.2	35.8%	103 (17.7%)	279 (47.9%)	117 (20.1%)	61 (10.5%)	4 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	19 (3.3%)	67.1	32^nd of 124 public elementary schools	74.2%		68.8	26^th of 128 public elementary schools	79.7%	6	40.0	32.5	54.0	43.6	46.6	52.9	45.4	55.0	41.0	40.5	34.9	31.0	39.7	38.2	$26,429	$2,322	$24,107
Seaton Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1503 10th St. NW	Washington	20001	District Of Columbia	District of Columbia Public Schools	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 673-7215	390	43	9.1	100.0%	88 (22.6%)	121 (31.0%)	147 (37.7%)	24 (6.2%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (2.1%)	60.6	40^th of 124 public elementary schools	67.7%		41.7	53^rd of 128 public elementary schools	58.6%	13	45.4	43.8	27.7				40.0	65.9	40.7	27.5				47.6	$30,570	$2,365	$28,205

Frequently Asked Questions about Marie Reed Elementary School

What is the racial makeup of Marie Reed Elementary School?

Students at Marie Reed Elementary School are 44% Hispanic, 21% African American, 21% White, 8% Asian, 6% Two or more races.

How many students attend Marie Reed Elementary School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 461 students attended Marie Reed Elementary School.

Is Marie Reed Elementary School a good school?

Marie Reed Elementary School ranks 28^th of 124 District Of Columbia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What district is Marie Reed Elementary School in?

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What schools do graduates of Marie Reed Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Marie Reed Elementary School usually go on to attend:

High : Cardozo Education Campus
High : Columbia Heights Education Campus

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