Serving 432 students in grades 6-8, Eliot-hine Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eliot-hine Middle School's student population of 432 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Eliot-hine 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 Eliot-hine Middle School is 0.43, 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
#73 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
74%
62%
White
15%
14%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eliot-hine Middle School's ranking?
Eliot-hine Middle School is ranked #73 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Eliot-hine Middle School often compared to?
Eliot-hine Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Eliot-hine Middle School?
432 students attend Eliot-hine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Eliot-hine Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eliot-hine Middle School?
Eliot-hine Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eliot-hine Middle School offer ?
Eliot-hine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eliot-hine Middle School part of?
Eliot-hine Middle School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Eliot-hine Middle School located?
Eliot-hine Middle School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 62 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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