For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 271 students in 20059, DC (there are 1 private school, serving 52 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 20059, DC are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 83%).
The top-ranked public school in 20059, DC is Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 20059 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the District Of Columbia public school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 20059, DC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of District Of Columbia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public school average of 86% (majority Black).
Best 20059, DC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
405 Howard Road Place Nw
Washington, DC 20059
(202) 806-7725
Washington, DC 20059
(202) 806-7725
Gr: 6-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
20059, District Of Columbia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Howard U 2400 Sixth St Nw
Washington, DC 20059
(202) 544-2646
Washington, DC 20059
(202) 544-2646
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20059, DC?
The top-ranked public schools in 20059, DC include Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs.
How many public schools are located in 20059?
1 public schools are located in 20059.
What percentage of students in 20059 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 20059 are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 83%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20059?
20059 public schools minority enrollment is 100% 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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