For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,462 students in 20016, DC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 20016, DC is Deal Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 20016 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the District Of Columbia public middle school average of 20%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 30% statewide average). Middle schools in 20016, DC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of District Of Columbia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the District Of Columbia public middle school average of 90% (majority Black).
Best 20016, DC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deal Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3815 Fort Dr. Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 939-2010
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 939-2010
Gr: 6-8 | 1,462 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
20016, District Of Columbia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dc Alternative Learning Academywest (Closed 2009)
Special Education School
3920 Alton Pl. Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 442-4800
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 442-4800
Gr: 6-8 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rose School (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
4820 Howard St Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0005
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0005
Gr: PK-6 | 22 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 20016, DC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20016, DC include Deal Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 20016?
1 public middle schools are located in 20016.
What is the racial composition of students in 20016?
20016 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the District Of Columbia public middle schools average of 90% (majority Black).
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