For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,994 students in 20016, DC.
The top ranked public high school in 20016, DC is Jackson-reed High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 20016 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the District Of Columbia public high school average of 15%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 20016, DC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of District Of Columbia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20016 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the District Of Columbia average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jackson-reed High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in District Of Columbia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the District Of Columbia public high school average of 91% (majority Black).
Best 20016, DC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson-reed High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3950 Chesapeake St. Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0120
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0120
Gr: 9-12 | 1,994 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
20016, District Of Columbia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dc Alternative Learning Academywest (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
3920 Alton Pl. Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 442-4800
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 442-4800
Gr: 6-8 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rose School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
4820 Howard St Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0005
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0005
Gr: PK-6 | 22 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 20016, DC?
The top ranked public high schools in 20016, DC include Jackson-reed High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20016?
1 public high schools are located in 20016.
What is the racial composition of students in 20016?
20016 public high schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the District Of Columbia public high schools average of 91% (majority Black).
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