Serving 1,494 students in grades 6-12, Columbia Heights Education Campus ranks in the top 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 10% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbia Heights Education Campus's student population of 1,494 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 142 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,494 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
142 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Columbia Heights Education Campus 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 Columbia Heights Education Campus is 0.46, 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
#96 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
68%
19%
Black
29%
63%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Heights Education Campus's ranking?
Columbia Heights Education Campus is ranked #96 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia Heights Education Campus?
The graduation rate of Columbia Heights Education Campus is 77%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Columbia Heights Education Campus?
1,494 students attend Columbia Heights Education Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Columbia Heights Education Campus students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia Heights Education Campus?
Columbia Heights Education Campus has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Columbia Heights Education Campus offer ?
Columbia Heights Education Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Heights Education Campus part of?
Columbia Heights Education Campus is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Columbia Heights Education Campus located?
Columbia Heights Education Campus is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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