SOUSA MIDDLE SCHOOL

Sousa MS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the District of Columbia Public Schools school district, located in Washington, DC with about 228 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 23 teachers, Sousa MS has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Sousa Middle School, located in the Randle Highlands neighborhood of Southeast Washington, D.C., is a public school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional growth. The campus is situated on Ely Place SE and serves as a vital educational anchor for the local community, emphasizing the development of the "whole child" through a mix of core curricula and extracurricular opportunities.

The school’s mission aligns with the broader DCPS goal of ensuring that all students are prepared for success in high school and beyond. Sousa Middle School typically focuses on initiatives that promote student leadership, community engagement, and literacy across all subjects. By leveraging its position within the DCPS network, the school utilizes district-wide resources, including technology integration and specialized support services, to address the diverse needs of its student population and promote a culture of achievement and inclusivity.

For more information, contact Sousa MS at (202) 729-3260 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.