For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 690 students in 20004, DC (there are , serving 75 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 20004, DC are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 83%).
The top-ranked public school in 20004, DC is Basis Dc Pcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 20004 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the District Of Columbia public school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 20004, DC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of District Of Columbia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public school average of 87% (majority Black).
Best 20004, DC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Dc Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
410 8th Street Nw
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 804-6390
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 804-6390
Gr: 5-12 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
20004, District Of Columbia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1275 Pennsylvania Ave. Nw
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 636-1930
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 636-1930
Gr: PK-11 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20004, DC?
The top-ranked public schools in 20004, DC include Basis Dc Pcs.
How many public schools are located in 20004?
1 public schools are located in 20004.
What percentage of students in 20004 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 20004 are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 83%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20004?
20004 public schools minority enrollment is 52% 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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