Cardozo Education Campus, formerly Cardozo Senior High School and Central High School, is a combined middle and high school at 13th and Clifton Street in northwest Washington, D.C., United States, in the Columbia Heights neighborhood. Cardozo is operated by District of Columbia Public Schools.
Serving 706 students in grades 6-12, Cardozo Education Campus 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 15% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cardozo Education Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cardozo Education Campus's student population of 706 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1928
Colors
White, Purple
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
We are one! ¡Bienvenidos a Cardozo somos uno!
School Rankings
Cardozo Education Campus 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 Cardozo Education Campus is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
52%
19%
Black
44%
63%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Clerks
- Cardozo Senior High School is a secondary school at 13th and Clifton Street in northwest Washington, D.C.
- Cardozo is operated by District of Columbia Public Schools. The school is named after Francis Cardozo, the first African American to hold an administrative office in South Carolina. The U St./African-American Civil War Memorial/Cardozo Metro Stop is partially named after this school.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cardozo Education Campus's ranking?
Cardozo Education Campus is ranked #204 out of 220 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cardozo Education Campus?
The graduation rate of Cardozo Education Campus is 50-54%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Cardozo Education Campus?
706 students attend Cardozo Education Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cardozo Education Campus students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 2% 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 Cardozo Education Campus?
Cardozo Education Campus has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cardozo Education Campus offer ?
Cardozo Education Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cardozo Education Campus part of?
Cardozo Education Campus is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Cardozo Education Campus located?
Cardozo Education Campus is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break (DCPS Closed)
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
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