Needs Improvement
#44 of 45 private schools in DC
Gonzaga College High School
High School
19 I ST NW, Washington, DC 20001
Enrollment
956
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
956
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
District of Columbia private schools
#44 of 45
In Washington
#44 of 45
public schools
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Gonzaga College High School
High School in Washington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gonzaga College High School
Gonzaga College High School is a private high school in Washington, DC. Gonzaga College High School serves approximately 956 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Gonzaga College High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 45 private schools in DC.
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- DC avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Gonzaga College High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Gonzaga College High School compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gonzaga College High School (this school) | 3.4 |
| Dunbar HS | 4.5 |
| Girls Global Academy PCS | 6.5 |
| BASIS DC PCS | 8.6 |
| McKinley Technology HS | 6.9 |
| KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS | 4.7 |
| Benjamin Banneker HS | 8.2 |
| Kingsman Academy PCS | 5.1 |
| Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts | 6.3 |
| Roosevelt STAY HS | 3.0 |
| Cardozo Education Campus | 4.6 |
| Goodwill Excel Center PCS | 5.1 |
| Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Capitol Hill | 6.0 |
| Eastern HS | 5.9 |
| Washington Leadership Academy PCS | 5.8 |
| Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering HS | 6.2 |
| St. Coletta Special Education PCS | 3.6 |
| School Without Walls HS | 8.3 |
| Luke C. Moore HS | 5.3 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus | 6.4 |
| Anacostia HS | 6.1 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DC.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in DC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
19 I ST NW, Washington, DC 20001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gonzaga College High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. McKinley Technology HS (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Girls Global Academy PCS (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dunbar HS (rated 4.5/10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Walker-Jones Education Campus Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Dunbar HS Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Capitol Hill Montessori School at Logan Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Two Rivers PCS - 4th Street Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| KIPP DC - Lead Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Langley ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| J.O. Wilson ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Girls Global Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Peabody ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Ludlow-Taylor ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| McKinley Technology HS Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| McKinley MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Center City PCS - Shaw Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,730
Median Home Value
$844,500
Median Rent
$2,464/mo
Population
44,022
College Educated
77.7%
Homeownership
33.8%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Roosevelt STAY HS Washington, DC | 3.0 |
| ST JOHNS COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington, DC | 4.3 |
| Coolidge HS Washington, DC | 4.4 |
| Dunbar HS Washington, DC | 4.5 |
| Cardozo Education Campus Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| Roosevelt HS Washington, DC | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gonzaga College High School
What grades does Gonzaga College High School serve?
Gonzaga College High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gonzaga College High School?
Gonzaga College High School has an enrollment of approximately 956 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gonzaga College High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gonzaga College High School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gonzaga College High School rank in DC?
Gonzaga College High School ranks #44 of 45 private schools in DC.
What is Gonzaga College High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gonzaga College High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gonzaga College High School a private school?
Yes, Gonzaga College High School is a private all-boys school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Gonzaga College High School a religious school?
Gonzaga College High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 956
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 336-7100
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