Average
#110 of 240 schools in DC
Top 45% in state
Columbia Heights Education Campus
High School · District of Columbia Public Schools
3101 16th St. NW, Washington, DC 20010
Enrollment
1,494
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1,494
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#110 of 240
In Washington
#110 of 240
public schools
In district
#61 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
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About Columbia Heights Education Campus
Columbia Heights Education Campus is a public high school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Columbia Heights Education Campus serves approximately 1,494 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia Heights Education Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #110 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Columbia Heights Education Campus show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- DC avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at Columbia Heights 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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Columbia Heights Education Campus — Students at Columbia Heights Education Campus score 22% 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 32 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: 5.8/10.
How Columbia Heights Education Campus Compares
See how Columbia Heights 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
3101 16th St. NW, Washington, DC 20010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia Heights Education Campus may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cardozo Education Campus (rated 4.6/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Roosevelt HS (rated 4.6/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Roosevelt STAY HS (rated 3.0/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MYSA SCHOOL Washington | 0.2 mi | — |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Washington | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| H.D. Cooke ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Tubman ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Bancroft ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Cardozo Education Campus Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Raymond ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Marie Reed ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Meridian PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - MS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Powell ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Roosevelt HS Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View Washington | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Roosevelt STAY HS Washington | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| MacFarland MS Washington | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF D.C. Washington | 1.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,260
Median Home Value
$868,400
Median Rent
$1,815/mo
Population
31,591
College Educated
67.3%
Homeownership
39.9%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
32.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jackson-Reed HS Washington, DC | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia Heights Education Campus
What grades does Columbia Heights Education Campus serve?
Columbia Heights Education Campus serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Columbia Heights Education Campus?
Columbia Heights Education Campus has an enrollment of approximately 1,494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Heights Education Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Heights Education Campus is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbia Heights Education Campus rank in DC?
Columbia Heights Education Campus ranks #110 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Columbia Heights Education Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbia Heights Education Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Columbia Heights Education Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbia Heights Education Campus has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Columbia Heights Education Campus a charter school?
No, Columbia Heights Education Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbia Heights Education Campus a Title I school?
No, Columbia Heights 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
- 1,494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 142
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.0%
- Phone
- (202) 939-7700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80.0%
- % meeting SAT college-ready benchmark (DC OSSE Report Card SY2024-25)
- 10.2%
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #61 of 116
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