For the 2025 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 64% (versus the District Of Columbia public school average of 20%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 20004, DC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Dc Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
410 8th Street Nw
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 804-6390
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 804-6390
Grades: 5-12
| 690 students
20004, District Of Columbia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1275 Pennsylvania Ave. Nw
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 636-1930
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 636-1930
Grades: PK-11
| 66 students
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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