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#129 of 240 schools in DC
Anacostia HS
High School · District of Columbia Public Schools
1601 16th St. SE, Washington, DC 20020
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#129 of 240
In Washington
#129 of 240
public schools
In district
#71 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Anacostia HS
Anacostia HS is a public high school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Anacostia HS serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Anacostia HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #129 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Anacostia HS show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- DC avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Anacostia HS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Anacostia HS sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Anacostia HS — Students at Anacostia HS score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 25 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Anacostia HS Compares
See how Anacostia HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1601 16th St. SE, Washington, DC 20020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Anacostia HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DC Prep PCS - Anacostia MS (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Payne ES (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kramer MS Washington | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Ketcham ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Lawrence E. Boone ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Lee Montessori PCS - East End Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Savoy ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Moten ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Capitol Hill Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC ACADEMYOOL Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Tyler ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS Washington | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS Washington | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS Washington | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| Payne ES Washington | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Excel Academy Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,015
Median Home Value
$442,500
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
53,885
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
30.9%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
33.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Anacostia HS
What grades does Anacostia HS serve?
Anacostia HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Anacostia HS?
Anacostia HS has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Anacostia HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Anacostia HS is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Anacostia HS rank in DC?
Anacostia HS ranks #129 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Anacostia HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Anacostia HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Anacostia HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Anacostia HS has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Anacostia HS a charter school?
No, Anacostia HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Anacostia HS a Title I school?
No, Anacostia HS is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 244
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 698-2155
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.5%
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #71 of 116
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