For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 518 students in 20024, DC.
The top-ranked public preschool in 20024, DC is Amidon-bowen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20024 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the District Of Columbia public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in 20024, DC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of District Of Columbia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public preschool average of 83% (majority Black).
Best 20024, DC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20024, DC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20024, DC include Amidon-bowen Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20024?
3 public preschools are located in 20024.
What is the racial composition of students in 20024?
20024 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public preschools average of 83% (majority Black).
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