For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,703 students in 20012, DC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20012, DC are Shepherd Elementary School, District Of Columbia International School and Breakthrough Montessori Pcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 20012 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the District Of Columbia public elementary school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in 20012, DC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of District Of Columbia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public elementary school average of 85% (majority Black).
Best 20012, DC Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shepherd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
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
| 350 students
Rank: #22.
District Of Columbia International School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 46%)
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
| 1,590 students
Rank: #33.
Breakthrough Montessori Pcs
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6923 Willow Street Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 864-1979
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 864-1979
Grades: PK-5
| 346 students
Rank: #44.
Takoma Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7010 Piney Branch Rd. Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 671-6050
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 671-6050
Grades: PK-5
| 417 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 20012, DC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 20012, DC include Shepherd Elementary School, District Of Columbia International School and Breakthrough Montessori Pcs.
How many public elementary schools are located in 20012?
4 public elementary schools are located in 20012.
What is the racial composition of students in 20012?
20012 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public elementary schools average of 85% (majority Black).
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