Anacostia High School is a public high school in Anacostia, in the Southeast quadrant of the District of Columbia.
Serving 244 students in grades 9-12, Anacostia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anacostia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Anacostia High School's student population of 244 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1937
Colors
Blue, Scarlet
School Rankings
Anacostia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anacostia High School is 0.08, 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
#212 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
96%
63%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
5%
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 Anacostia High School's ranking?
Anacostia High School is ranked #212 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Anacostia High School often compared to?
Anacostia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballou High School, Kingsman Academy Pcs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anacostia High School?
The graduation rate of Anacostia High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Anacostia High School?
244 students attend Anacostia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Anacostia High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anacostia High School?
Anacostia High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Anacostia High School offer ?
Anacostia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anacostia High School part of?
Anacostia High School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Anacostia High School located?
Anacostia High School is located in the Fairlawn neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 3 other public schools located in Fairlawn.
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