For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,191 students in 20008, DC.
The top ranked public preschools in 20008, DC are Hearst Elementary School, Eaton Elementary School and Murch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20008 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the District Of Columbia public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in 20008, DC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of District Of Columbia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the District Of Columbia public preschool average of 83% (majority Black).
Best 20008, DC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hearst Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3950 37th St. Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0106
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0106
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
Rank: #22.
Eaton Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3301 Lowell St Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0103
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0103
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
Rank: #33.
Murch Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4810 36th St. Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0130
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0130
Grades: PK-5
| 636 students
Rank: #44.
Oyster-adams Bilingual School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2801 Calvert St. Nw And 2501 1
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 671-6130
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 671-6130
Grades: PK-8
| 781 students
20008, District Of Columbia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2020 19th St Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 671-6130
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 671-6130
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 20008, DC?
The top ranked public preschools in 20008, DC include Hearst Elementary School, Eaton Elementary School and Murch Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20008?
4 public preschools are located in 20008.
What is the racial composition of students in 20008?
20008 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the District Of Columbia public preschools average of 83% (majority Black).
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