Serving 275 students in grades 9-12, Luke C. Moore High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≤5% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Luke Moore Alternative HS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire district of Washington, DC, encompassing approximately 68.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luke C. Moore High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Luke C. Moore High School's student population of 275 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
275 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Rankings
Luke C. Moore High School ranks within the top 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luke C. Moore High School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
94%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
1%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≤5%
76.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luke C. Moore High School's ranking?
Luke C. Moore High School is ranked #89 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Luke C. Moore High School often compared to?
Luke C. Moore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maya Angelou Pcs - High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Luke C. Moore High School?
The graduation rate of Luke C. Moore High School is 5%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Luke C. Moore High School?
275 students attend Luke C. Moore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Luke C. Moore High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luke C. Moore High School?
Luke C. Moore High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Luke C. Moore High School offer ?
Luke C. Moore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Luke C. Moore High School part of?
Luke C. Moore High School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Luke C. Moore High School located?
Luke C. Moore High School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
School Calendar
View the Luke C. Moore High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break: No school for students and teachers
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break: No school for students and teachers
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break: No school for students and teachers
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
First Day of Ramadan
February 08, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break: No school for students and teachers
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
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