For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 923 students in 20015, DC (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,959 private students). 32% of all K-12 students in 20015, DC are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 83%).
The top-ranked public school in 20015, DC is Lafayette Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 20015 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the District Of Columbia public school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 20015, DC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of District Of Columbia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the District Of Columbia public school average of 86% (majority Black).
Best 20015, DC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5701 Broad Branch Rd. Nw
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 282-0116
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 282-0116
Gr: PK-5 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20015, DC?
The top-ranked public schools in 20015, DC include Lafayette Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20015?
1 public schools are located in 20015.
What percentage of students in 20015 go to public school?
32% of all K-12 students in 20015 are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 83%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20015?
20015 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the District Of Columbia public schools average of 86% (majority Black).
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