Best 20003 District Of Columbia Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,445 students in 20003, DC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 20003, DC are Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill, Eastern High School and St. Coletta Special Education Pcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20003 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the District Of Columbia public high school average of 15%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 20003, DC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of District Of Columbia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20003 have a Graduation Rate of 67%, which is less than the District Of Columbia average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eastern High School, with 65-69% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in District Of Columbia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public high school average of 91% (majority Black).

Best 20003, DC Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
709 12th Street Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 677-3522
Gr: 9-11 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Eastern High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 East Capitol St. Ne
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 698-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
St. Coletta Special Education Pcs
Special Education School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1901 Independence Avenue Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 350-8680
Gr: PK-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Dc Department Of Corrections
Alternative School
1901 D Street Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 698-4932
Gr: 9-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 20003 District Of Columbia

20003, District Of Columbia Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
709 12th St Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 547-3424
Gr: 9-12 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
2027 Rhode Island Ave., Ne
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 636-3537
Gr: 9-10 | 55 students
425 C Street, Ne
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 698-3283
Gr: PK-K | 88 students Minority enrollment: 31%
335 8th St. Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 698-3330
Gr: 7-9 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1
1901 D St Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 698-5978
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
1901 D Street Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 698-4932
Gr: 9-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
745 8th Street, Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 675-9354
Gr: 7-11 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
1000 Mt Olivet Rd Ne
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 576-8388
Gr: 7-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20003, DC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20003, DC include Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill, Eastern High School and St. Coletta Special Education Pcs.
How many public high schools are located in 20003?
4 public high schools are located in 20003.
What is the racial composition of students in 20003?
20003 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public high schools average of 91% (majority Black).

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