For the 2025 school year, there is 1 alternative public elementary school in District Of Columbia.
The top ranked alternative public elementary school in District Of Columbia is Maya Angelou Academy At Youth Services Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
District Of Columbia alternative public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the District Of Columbia public elementary school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average).
Best Alternative Public Elementary Schools in District Of Columbia (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maya Angelou Academy At Youth Services Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 Mount Olivet Road Ne
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 202-7007
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 202-7007
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked alternative public elementary schools in District Of Columbia?
The top ranked alternative public elementary schools in District Of Columbia include Maya Angelou Academy At Youth Services Center.
How many alternative public elementary schools are located in District Of Columbia?
1 alternative public elementary schools are located in District Of Columbia.
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