For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 271 students in 20059, DC.
The top-ranked public middle 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 middle school in zipcode 20059 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the District Of Columbia public middle school average of 20%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 30% statewide average). Middle schools in 20059, DC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of District Of Columbia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public middle school average of 90% (majority Black).
Best 20059, DC Public Middle 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 middle schools in 20059, DC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 20059, DC include Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs.
How many public middle schools are located in 20059?
1 public middle schools are located in 20059.
What is the racial composition of students in 20059?
20059 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public middle schools average of 90% (majority Black).
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