For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,189 students in 20037, DC.
The top-ranked public schools in 20037, DC are School Without Walls High School and John Francis Education Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20037 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the District Of Columbia public school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 20037, DC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of District Of Columbia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the District Of Columbia public school average of 86% (majority Black).
Best 20037, DC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
School Without Walls High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2130 G St. Nw
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 645-9690
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 645-9690
Gr: 9-12 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
John Francis Education Campus
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2425 N St Nw
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 724-4841
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 724-4841
Gr: PK-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20037, DC?
The top-ranked public schools in 20037, DC include School Without Walls High School and John Francis Education Campus.
How many public schools are located in 20037?
2 public schools are located in 20037.
What is the racial composition of students in 20037?
20037 public schools minority enrollment is 66% 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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