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 18% (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 8/10, which is in the top 30% of District Of Columbia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20016 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the District Of Columbia average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jackson-reed High School, with 93% 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
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jackson-reed High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3950 Chesapeake St. Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0120
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0120
Grades: 9-12
| 1,994 students
20016, District Of Columbia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 41 students
Rose School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
4820 Howard St Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0005
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0005
Grades: 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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