Serving 264 students in grades 9-12, Luke C. Moore High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≤5% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luke C. Moore High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Luke C. Moore High School's student population of 264 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
264 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Luke C. Moore High School ranks within the top 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luke C. Moore High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#90 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
19%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
4%
19%

Black
95%
63%

White
1%
13%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≤5%
76%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
6%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luke C. Moore High School's ranking?
Luke C. Moore High School is ranked #90 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Luke C. Moore High School often compared to?
Luke C. Moore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maya Angelou Pcs - High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Luke C. Moore High School?
The graduation rate of Luke C. Moore High School is 5%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Luke C. Moore High School?
264 students attend Luke C. Moore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Luke C. Moore High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luke C. Moore High School?
Luke C. Moore High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Luke C. Moore High School offer ?
Luke C. Moore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Luke C. Moore High School part of?
Luke C. Moore High School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Luke C. Moore High School located?
Luke C. Moore High School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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