For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,260 students in 20012, DC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20012, DC are Shepherd Elementary School, Breakthrough Montessori Pcs and Takoma Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20012 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the District Of Columbia public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 31% statewide average). Pre schools in 20012, DC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of District Of Columbia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public preschool average of 83% (majority Black).
Best 20012, DC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shepherd Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7800 14th St Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 576-6140
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 576-6140
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Breakthrough Montessori Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6923 Willow Street Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 864-1979
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 864-1979
Gr: PK-6 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Takoma Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7010 Piney Branch Rd. Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 671-6050
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 671-6050
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20012, DC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20012, DC include Shepherd Elementary School, Breakthrough Montessori Pcs and Takoma Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 20012?
3 public preschools are located in 20012.
What is the racial composition of students in 20012?
20012 public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public preschools average of 83% (majority Black).
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