For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 661 students in 20017, DC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 20017, DC are Luke C. Moore High School and Washington Leadership Academy Pcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20017 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the District Of Columbia public high school average of 15%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in 20017, DC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of District Of Columbia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20017 have a Graduation Rate of 44%, which is less than the District Of Columbia average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Washington Leadership Academy Pcs, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in District Of Columbia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public high school average of 91% (majority Black).
Best 20017, DC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Luke C. Moore High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1001 Monroe St. Ne
Washington, DC 20017
(202) 281-3600
Washington, DC 20017
(202) 281-3600
Gr: 9-12 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Washington Leadership Academy Pcs
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3015 4th Street Ne
Washington, DC 20017
(240) 580-3371
Washington, DC 20017
(240) 580-3371
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20017, DC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20017, DC include Luke C. Moore High School and Washington Leadership Academy Pcs.
How many public high schools are located in 20017?
2 public high schools are located in 20017.
What is the racial composition of students in 20017?
20017 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% 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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