Serving 155 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 6-9% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Luke C. Moore High School's student population of 155 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Luke C. Moore High School ranks within the top 50% of all 212 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 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#85 out of 212 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
17%
Black
99%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
6-9%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #85 out of 212 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 32% DC state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Luke C. Moore High School?
The graduation rate of Luke C. Moore High School is 6-9%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend Luke C. Moore High School?
155 students attend Luke C. Moore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Luke C. Moore High School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Luke C. Moore High School?
Luke C. Moore High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower 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
What school district is Luke C. Moore High School part of?
Luke C. Moore High School is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
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