Serving 865 students in grades 9-12, Eastern High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
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Eastern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Eastern High School's student population of 865 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
865 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
Eastern High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#177 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
91%
64%
White
2%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
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Eastern High School is ranked #177 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eastern High School?
The graduation rate of Eastern High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Eastern High School?
865 students attend Eastern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Eastern High School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern High School?
Eastern High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Eastern High School offer ?
Eastern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Eastern High School part of?
Eastern High School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Eastern High School located?
Eastern High School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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This is a fine school with a good reputation for graduating scholars. I am a former graduate of this school and presently have a child would is at the top of her class and aspiring for a college education.
Review Eastern High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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