For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,591 students in 20003, DC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 20003, DC are Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill, Eastern High School and St. Coletta Special Education Pcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 20003 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (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 20003, DC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of District Of Columbia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 20003 have a Graduation Rate of 67%, which is less than the District Of Columbia average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Eastern High School, with 65-69% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in District Of Columbia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the District Of Columbia public high school average of 91% (majority Black).
Best 20003, DC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
709 12th Street Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 677-3522
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 677-3522
Gr: 9-12 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Eastern High School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1700 East Capitol St. Ne
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 698-4500
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 698-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 909 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
St. Coletta Special Education Pcs
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Independence Avenue Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 350-8680
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 350-8680
Gr: PK-12 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Dc Department Of Corrections
Alternative School
1901 D Street Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 698-4932
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 698-4932
Gr: 9-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 20003, DC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 20003, DC include Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill, Eastern High School and St. Coletta Special Education Pcs.
How many public high schools are located in 20003?
4 public high schools are located in 20003.
What is the racial composition of students in 20003?
20003 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% 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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