Serving 432 students in grades 9-12, Garnet-patterson Stay High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 6-9% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garnet-patterson Stay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Garnet-patterson Stay High School's student population of 432 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 82% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garnet-patterson Stay High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garnet-patterson Stay High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
38%
19%
Black
60%
62%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
6-9%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garnet-patterson Stay High School's ranking?
Garnet-patterson Stay High School is ranked #135 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Garnet-patterson Stay High School often compared to?
Garnet-patterson Stay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballou Stay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Garnet-patterson Stay High School?
The graduation rate of Garnet-patterson Stay High School is 6-9%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Garnet-patterson Stay High School?
432 students attend Garnet-patterson Stay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Garnet-patterson Stay High School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garnet-patterson Stay High School?
Garnet-patterson Stay High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Garnet-patterson Stay High School offer ?
Garnet-patterson Stay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garnet-patterson Stay High School part of?
Garnet-patterson Stay High School is part of District Of Columbia.
In what neighborhood is Garnet-patterson Stay High School located?
Garnet-patterson Stay High School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 72 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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