For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,597 students in 20012, DC (there are 4 private schools, serving 577 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 20012, DC are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 82%).
The top ranked public schools in 20012, DC are Shepherd Es, District Of Columbia International School and Takoma Es. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20012 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the District Of Columbia public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 58% statewide average). Schools in 20012, DC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of District Of Columbia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public school average of 87% (majority Black).
Best 20012, DC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shepherd Es
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7800 14th St Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 576-6140
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 576-6140
Grades: PK-5
| 367 students
Rank: #22.
District Of Columbia International School
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 Main Drive Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 808-9033
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 808-9033
Grades: 6-12
| 1,523 students
Rank: #33.
Takoma Es
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7010 Piney Branch Rd. Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 671-6050
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 671-6050
Grades: PK-5
| 388 students
Rank: n/an/a
Breakthrough Montessori Pcs
Charter School
6923 Willow Street Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 864-1979
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 864-1979
Grades: PK-4
| 319 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20012, DC?
The top ranked public schools in 20012, DC include Shepherd Es, District Of Columbia International School and Takoma Es.
How many public schools are located in 20012, DC?
4 public schools are located in 20012, DC.
What percentage of students in 20012, DC go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 20012, DC are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 82%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20012, DC?
20012, DC public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public schools average of 87% (majority Black).
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