At a glance
Reported students
658
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
47
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
District of Columbia elementary enrollment
96th percentile
Compared with 142 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
397
Murch ES: 658 reported students.
State peer staffing position
91st percentile
14:1 reported; state peer median 10.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 600
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.2:1
What the reported data says about Murch ES
Murch ES is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Washington. It is one of 117 current school records connected to District of Columbia Public Schools. NCES reports 658 students for 2024–25.
Among 142 elementary schools in District of Columbia with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 364 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 96th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14:1, above the District of Columbia median of 10.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (54.3%) and Black (17.8%). English learners represent 11.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Murch ES
- 1How do the reported 14:1 student–teacher ratio and 47 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 11.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.75
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White54.3%
- Hispanic12.2%
- Black17.8%
- Asian7.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial7.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in District of Columbia Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Brightwood ES
Elementary · Grades PK–05
646 reported students
Janney ES
Elementary · Grades PK–05
717 reported students
John Francis Education Campus
Elementary · Grades PK–08
583 reported students
Barnard ES
Elementary · Grades PK–05
573 reported students
Maury ES
Elementary · Grades PK–05
559 reported students
Shirley Chisholm ES
Elementary · Grades PK–05
542 reported students
Public schools near Murch ES
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janney ES Elementary · District of Columbia Public Schools | PK–05 | 717 | 0.7 mi |
| Hearst ES Elementary · District of Columbia Public Schools | PK–05 | 356 | 0.8 mi |
| Lafayette ES Elementary · District of Columbia Public Schools | PK–05 | 923 | 1 mi |
| Eaton ES Elementary · District of Columbia Public Schools | PK–05 | 436 | 1.4 mi |
| Mann ES Elementary · District of Columbia Public Schools | PK–05 | 397 | 1.6 mi |
| Somerset Elementary Elementary · Montgomery County Public Schools | KG–05 | 314 | 1.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Murch ES
What grades does Murch ES serve?
Murch ES reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in District of Columbia Public Schools.
How many students attend Murch ES?
Murch ES reported 658 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 96th percentile among 142 District of Columbia elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 600 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Murch ES?
The calculated ratio is 14:1, based on 658 students and 47 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The District of Columbia median for the same school level is 10.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Murch ES a public, charter, or magnet school?
Murch ES is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on District of Columbia Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Murch ES in?
Murch ES is part of District of Columbia Public Schools, based in Washington, DC, which operates 117 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Murch ES?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Janney ES (0.7 mi), Hearst ES (0.8 mi), Lafayette ES (1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.