For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,454 students in 20024, DC (there are 1 private school, serving 25 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 20024, DC are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 83%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20024, DC are Washington Global Pcs, Jefferson Middle School Academy and Amidon-bowen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20024 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the District Of Columbia public school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 20024, DC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of District Of Columbia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public school average of 86% (majority Black).
Best 20024, DC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Global Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
525 School Street Sw
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 796-2415
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 796-2415
Gr: 6-8 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Middle School Academy
(Math: 10% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
801 7th St. Sw
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 729-3270
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 729-3270
Gr: 6-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Amidon-bowen Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 I St. Sw
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 724-4867
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 724-4867
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
475 School Street Sw
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 388-1011
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 388-1011
Gr: 8-12 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Southwest
Charter School
488 Virginia Avenue Sw
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 978-2910
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 978-2910
Gr: PK | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Appletree Early Learning Pcs - Waterfront Station
Charter School
1000 4th Street Sw
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 813-3544
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 813-3544
Gr: PK | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
20024, District Of Columbia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 I St Sw
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 646-0094
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 646-0094
Gr: PK | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
101 M St. Sw
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 724-4871
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 724-4871
Gr: PK-6 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
801 7th St Sw
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 729-3270
Washington, DC 20024
(202) 729-3270
Gr: 6-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20024, DC?
The top-ranked public schools in 20024, DC include Washington Global Pcs, Jefferson Middle School Academy and Amidon-bowen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20024?
6 public schools are located in 20024.
What percentage of students in 20024 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 20024 are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 83%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20024?
20024 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public schools average of 86% (majority Black).
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