For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,914 students in 20012, DC (there are 2 private schools, serving 441 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 20012, DC are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 82%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20012, DC are Shepherd Elementary School, District Of Columbia International School and Breakthrough Montessori Pcs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20012 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the District Of Columbia public school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 20012, DC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of District Of Columbia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public school average of 86% (majority Black).
Best 20012, DC Public Schools (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.
District Of Columbia International School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 Main Drive Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 808-9033
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 808-9033
Gr: 6-12 | 1,654 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
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 schools in 20012, DC?
The top-ranked public schools in 20012, DC include Shepherd Elementary School, District Of Columbia International School and Breakthrough Montessori Pcs.
How many public schools are located in 20012?
4 public schools are located in 20012.
What percentage of students in 20012 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 20012 are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 82%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20012?
20012 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public schools average of 86% (majority Black).
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