Backus Middle School serves 159 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
159 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
95%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Backus Middle School?
159 students attend Backus Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Backus Middle School students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Backus Middle School?
Backus Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Backus Middle School offer ?
Backus Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Backus Middle School part of?
Backus Middle School is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools.
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