Summary:
The 20012 zip code area of Washington, D.C. is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools (Takoma Elementary School, Shepherd Elementary School, and Breakthrough Montessori PCS) and 1 high school (District of Columbia International School). These schools serve a diverse student population and demonstrate a range of academic performance, with some standout institutions providing high-quality education to their communities.
District of Columbia International School, a high school, stands out as the top-performing school in the area, ranking 7th out of 34 high schools in D.C. and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts relatively high test scores, with 43% of students proficient or better in English II and 21.84% in Geometry. Additionally, the school's student population is diverse, with 40.06% Hispanic, 29.18% African American, and 19.25% White students. In contrast, Shepherd Elementary School is the highest-performing elementary school in the area, ranking 14th out of 128 elementary schools in D.C. and earning a 4-star rating. The school's exceptional test scores, with 64.58% proficient or better in 3rd grade Math, 80.95% in 4th grade English Language Arts, and 65.9% in 5th grade English Language Arts, are a testament to the quality of education it provides.
While the schools in the 20012 zip code area demonstrate a range of academic performance, they all share a diverse student population, with varying percentages of White, African American, Hispanic, Asian, and other racial groups. The data also reveals a wide range in spending per student, from $17,901 at District of Columbia International School to $29,377 at Takoma Elementary School, as well as student-teacher ratios, from 9.6 at Takoma Elementary School to 21.6 at Breakthrough Montessori PCS. These factors may contribute to the schools' varying academic outcomes and could be further explored to understand their impact on student success.
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