Below Average
#202 of 240 schools in DC
Cardozo Education Campus
High School · District of Columbia Public Schools
1200 Clifton St. NW, Washington, DC 20009
Enrollment
706
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
706
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#202 of 240
In Washington
#202 of 240
public schools
In district
#101 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
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About Cardozo Education Campus
Cardozo Education Campus is a public high school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Cardozo Education Campus serves approximately 706 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardozo Education Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #202 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Cardozo Education Campus show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- DC avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cardozo Education Campus 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 9.7:1 students to teachers, Cardozo Education Campus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
70% of students at Cardozo Education Campus were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cardozo Education Campus — Students at Cardozo Education Campus score 9% 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 29 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: 6.3/10.
How Cardozo Education Campus Compares
See how Cardozo Education Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1200 Clifton St. NW, Washington, DC 20009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cardozo Education Campus may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Benjamin Banneker HS (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Columbia Heights Education Campus (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roosevelt STAY HS (rated 3.0/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meridian PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens Washington | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Roosevelt STAY HS Washington | 0.3 mi | 3.0 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Tubman ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Garrison ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| MYSA SCHOOL Washington | 0.5 mi | — |
| Cleveland ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Benjamin Banneker HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| H.D. Cooke ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Seaton ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Marie Reed ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Raymond ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View Washington | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Ross ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 9.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,555
Median Home Value
$727,800
Median Rent
$2,346/mo
Population
49,997
College Educated
83.9%
Homeownership
34.6%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Roosevelt HS Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| Dunbar HS Washington, DC | 4.5 |
| GEORGETOWN VISITATION PREPARATORY SCHOOL Washington, DC | 4.5 |
| KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS Washington, DC | 4.7 |
| Ballou STAY HS Washington, DC | 4.1 |
| Goodwill Excel Center PCS Washington, DC | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cardozo Education Campus
What grades does Cardozo Education Campus serve?
Cardozo Education Campus serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Cardozo Education Campus?
Cardozo Education Campus has an enrollment of approximately 706 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardozo Education Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Cardozo Education Campus is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cardozo Education Campus rank in DC?
Cardozo Education Campus ranks #202 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Cardozo Education Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Cardozo Education Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Cardozo Education Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cardozo Education Campus has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cardozo Education Campus a charter school?
No, Cardozo Education Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cardozo Education Campus a Title I school?
No, Cardozo Education Campus is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 706
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.3%
- Phone
- (202) 673-7385
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
- % meeting SAT college-ready benchmark (DC OSSE Report Card SY2024-25)
- 2.3%
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #101 of 116
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