For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,215 students in 20012, DC.
The top ranked public preschools in 20012, DC are Shepherd Elementary School, Breakthrough Montessori Pcs and Takoma Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20012 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the District Of Columbia public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in 20012, DC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of District Of Columbia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public preschool average of 83% (majority Black).
Best 20012, DC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shepherd Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7800 14th St Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 576-6140
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 576-6140
Grades: PK-5
| 363 students
Rank: #22.
Breakthrough Montessori Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6923 Willow Street Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 864-1979
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 864-1979
Grades: PK-6
| 369 students
Rank: #33.
Takoma Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7010 Piney Branch Rd. Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 671-6050
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 671-6050
Grades: PK-5
| 483 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 20012, DC?
The top ranked public preschools in 20012, DC include Shepherd Elementary School, Breakthrough Montessori Pcs and Takoma Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20012?
3 public preschools are located in 20012.
What is the racial composition of students in 20012?
20012 public preschools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public preschools average of 83% (majority Black).
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