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#174 of 240 schools in DC
Luke C. Moore HS
High School · District of Columbia Public Schools
1001 Monroe St. NE, Washington, DC 20017
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#174 of 240
In Washington
#174 of 240
public schools
In district
#89 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Luke C. Moore HS
Luke C. Moore HS is a public high school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Luke C.
Moore HS serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Luke C. Moore HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #174 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Luke C. Moore HS show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- DC avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Luke C. Moore 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.
Score Breakdown
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Luke C. Moore HS — Students at Luke C. Moore HS score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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: 8.7/10.
How Luke C. Moore HS Compares
See how Luke C. Moore 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
1001 Monroe St. NE, Washington, DC 20017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Luke C. Moore HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Washington Leadership Academy PCS (rated 5.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KENNEDY INSTITUTE (rated 5.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,543
Median Home Value
$686,400
Median Rent
$1,793/mo
Population
21,013
College Educated
59.1%
Homeownership
57.4%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Luke C. Moore HS
What grades does Luke C. Moore HS serve?
Luke C. Moore HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Luke C. Moore HS?
Luke C. Moore HS has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Luke C. Moore HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Luke C. Moore HS is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Luke C. Moore HS rank in DC?
Luke C. Moore HS ranks #174 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Luke C. Moore HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Luke C. Moore HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Luke C. Moore HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Luke C. Moore HS has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Luke C. Moore HS a charter school?
No, Luke C. Moore HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Luke C. Moore HS a Title I school?
No, Luke C. Moore 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
- 264
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 281-3600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 7.5%
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #89 of 116
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