For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,187 students in 20008, DC (there are 8 private schools, serving 2,532 private students). 46% of all K-12 students in 20008, DC are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 82%).
The top ranked public schools in 20008, DC are Hearst Elementary School, Eaton Elementary School and Murch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20008 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the District Of Columbia public school average of 20%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 20008, DC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of District Of Columbia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the District Of Columbia public school average of 87% (majority Black).
Best 20008, DC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hearst Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3950 37th St. Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0106
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0106
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Rank: #22.
Eaton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3301 Lowell St Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0103
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0103
Grades: PK-5
| 422 students
Rank: #33.
Murch Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4810 36th St. Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0130
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0130
Grades: PK-5
| 651 students
Rank: #44.
Oyster-adams Bilingual School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2801 Calvert St. Nw And 2020 1
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 671-6130
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 671-6130
Grades: PK-8
| 767 students
20008, District Of Columbia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2020 19th St Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 671-6130
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 671-6130
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 20008, DC?
The top ranked public schools in 20008, DC include Hearst Elementary School, Eaton Elementary School and Murch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20008?
4 public schools are located in 20008.
What percentage of students in 20008 go to public school?
46% of all K-12 students in 20008 are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 82%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20008?
20008 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the District Of Columbia public schools average of 87% (majority Black).
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