KETCHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ketcham ES is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the District of Columbia Public Schools school district, located in Washington, DC with about 310 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Ketcham ES has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ketcham Elementary School is a public school located in the Anacostia neighborhood of Southeast Washington, D.C. Serving students in grades PK–5, it is part of the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system. The school is situated in the 20020 zip code and functions as a neighborhood anchor, striving to provide foundational academic instruction and support services to a diverse student population in the Ward 8 community.

As a DCPS institution, Ketcham Elementary adheres to the district’s broader educational standards, focusing on literacy, mathematics, and holistic student development. The school emphasizes creating a safe and engaging learning environment, often leveraging community partnerships and district-wide initiatives to support student achievement. Families interested in enrollment, specific academic programs, or current school performance data can find the most up-to-date resources and contact information through the official DCPS website at http://www.dcps.dc.gov.

For more information, contact Ketcham ES at (202) 698-1122 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.