For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,159 students in 20032, DC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 20032, DC are Ballou Stay High School, Bard High School Early College Dc (Bard Dc) and Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20032 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the District Of Columbia public high school average of 15%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 20032, DC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of District Of Columbia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20032 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the District Of Columbia average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bard High School Early College Dc (Bard Dc), with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in District Of Columbia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public high school average of 91% (majority Black).
Best 20032, DC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ballou Stay High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3401 4th St. Se
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 645-3390
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 645-3390
Gr: 9-12 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #22.
Bard High School Early College Dc (Bard Dc)
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1351 Alabama Ave Se
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 898-4664
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 898-4664
Gr: 9-12 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #33.
Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2705 Martin Luther King Jr Ave
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 562-1681
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 562-1681
Gr: 9-12 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #44.
Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3999 8th Street Se
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 562-9170
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 562-9170
Gr: 9-12 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #55.
Ballou High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3401 4th St. Se
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 645-3400
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 645-3400
Gr: 9-12 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20032, DC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20032, DC include Ballou Stay High School, Bard High School Early College Dc (Bard Dc) and Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School.
How many public high schools are located in 20032?
5 public high schools are located in 20032.
What is the racial composition of students in 20032?
20032 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public high schools average of 91% (majority Black).
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