Eastern High School

1700 East Capitol St. Ne
Washington, DC 20003
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 766 students in grades 9-12, Eastern High School ranks in the bottom 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 766 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : 70-74% (Btm 50% in DC)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Top 5%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Eastern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Eastern High School's student population of 766 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
766 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
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School Rankings

Eastern High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern High School is 0.12, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (DC)
#162 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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(18-19)
≤5%
32%
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(18-19)
25-29%
38%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Eastern High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of District Of Columbia by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
17%
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Black
94%
65%
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White
2%
13%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.12
This chart display the diversity score of Eastern High School and the public school average diversity score of District Of Columbia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
70-74%
73%
This chart display graduation rate of Eastern High School and public school graduation rate of District Of Columbia by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
5%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eastern High School's ranking?
Eastern High School is ranked #162 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastern High School?
The graduation rate of Eastern High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend Eastern High School?
766 students attend Eastern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Eastern High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern High School?
Eastern High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eastern High School offer ?
Eastern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Eastern High School part of?

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School Reviews

5   7/1/2007
This is a fine school with a good reputation for graduating scholars. I am a former graduate of this school and presently have a child would is at the top of her class and aspiring for a college education.
- Posted by Parent - sheil

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 766 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : 70-74% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Top 5%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

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