Eastern High School is a public high school in Washington, D.C. The school is located on the eastern edge of the Capitol Hill neighborhood, at the intersection of 17th Street and East Capital Street Northeast.
Serving 909 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eastern High School serves the southern part of Washington, DC, covering an area of approximately 11.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 4.5 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eastern High School's student population of 909 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
909 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1890
School Rankings
Eastern High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#201 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
22%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
89%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
14%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
65-69%
76.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.5%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
5%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Ramblers
Source: 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 #201 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Eastern High School often compared to?
Eastern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eliot-hine Middle School, Coolidge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastern High School?
The graduation rate of Eastern High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Eastern High School?
909 students attend Eastern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Eastern High School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 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 11:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern High School part of?
Eastern High School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Eastern High School located?
Eastern High School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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.
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