For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,191 students in 20008, DC (there are , serving 2,367 private students). 48% of all K-12 students in 20008, DC are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 83%).
The top-ranked public schools in 20008, DC are Hearst Elementary School, Murch Elementary School and Eaton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 20008 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the District Of Columbia public school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 31% statewide average). Schools in 20008, DC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of District Of Columbia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the District Of Columbia public school average of 87% (majority Black).
Best 20008, DC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hearst Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3950 37th St. Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0106
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0106
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Murch Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4810 36th St. Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0130
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0130
Gr: PK-5 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Eaton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3301 Lowell St Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0103
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 282-0103
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Oyster-adams Bilingual School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2801 Calvert St. Nw And 2501 1
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 671-6130
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 671-6130
Gr: PK-8 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
20008, District Of Columbia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 20008, DC?
The top-ranked public schools in 20008, DC include Hearst Elementary School, Murch Elementary School and Eaton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 20008?
4 public schools are located in 20008.
What percentage of students in 20008 go to public school?
48% of all K-12 students in 20008 are educated in public schools (compared to the DC state average of 83%).
What is the racial composition of students in 20008?
20008 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the District Of Columbia public schools average of 87% (majority Black).
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