Serving 1,554 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 top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than 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 Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Top 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Heights Education Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Columbia Heights Education Campus's student population of 1,554 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbia Heights Education Campus ranks within the top 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Heights Education Campus is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#99 out of 212 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)36%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
65%
17%
Black
32%
65%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
52%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Heights Education Campus's ranking?
Columbia Heights Education Campus is ranked #99 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Columbia Heights Education Campus often compared to?
Columbia Heights Education Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Brightwood Es by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Columbia Heights Education Campus?
The graduation rate of Columbia Heights Education Campus is 80%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend Columbia Heights Education Campus?
1,554 students attend Columbia Heights Education Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Columbia Heights Education Campus students are Hispanic, 32% 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 14:1, which is higher than 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
What school district is Columbia Heights Education Campus part of?
Columbia Heights Education Campus is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
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