Benjamin Banneker High School
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 671-6320
Fax: (202) 673-2231
District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades 9,10,11,12 • 703 students
Benjamin Banneker High School, a public school located in Washington, DC, serves grades 9-12 in the District Of Columbia Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Benjamin Banneker High School is a public school located in Washington, DC. 703 students attend Benjamin Banneker High School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 10/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessments of Progress in Education data from DC Public Schools. |
| College Readiness | 10/10 | The College Readiness Rating uses this high school's graduation rates, college entrance exam participation and performance, or AP, IB, or Dual Enrollment participation to determine how well schools are preparing students for success in college and beyond. The College Readiness Rating was created using the following data from the 2021 Civil Rights Data Collection: percentage of students enrolled in IB, AP or Dual Enrollment classes in grades 9-12, using 2025 SAT percent college ready data from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education, using 2025 4-year high school graduation rate data from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education, and using 2024 demographic data from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education. |
| Student Growth | 7/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education, and using 2025 Percentage of students meeting growth target data from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education. |
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Posted: May 22, 2022
I would definitely recommend this school. The academics here are far above other high schools in the district. The curriculum is very rigorous, and you have to study a lot but will pay off when you leave for college.
Posted: May 22, 2022
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Posted: August 5, 2014
I am currently a 2016 student. The principal does not care I repeat does not care about the students. She only cares about the test scores and keeping the school's reputation up. She even canceled a student's doctor appt; to keep her in testing for the dc cas 2013-2014.
Posted: March 9, 2014
Viajaremos el proximo a o a USA y estoy interesada que mis hijos Nicolas 16 y Alonso 14 estudien en su prestigiosa escuela. Somos extranjeros y deseamos saber los requisitos. Muchas gracias
Posted: October 20, 2013
The academic program is very rigorous which provides college preparedness. Banneker is a wonder school for those that want more out of education. The staff is awesome and really help the students when they are needing additional assistance.
Posted: September 19, 2013
The principal is ghetto behind her profession. She worries more about keeping the school up as oppose to helping the kids. She put a lot of pressure on the kids and care little about their concern. Shes underhanded, watch her.
Posted: May 24, 2013
Banneker is a very good school . They teach you a lot and make sure you learn everything you need to know in preparation for college .
Posted: April 5, 2010
I'm a sophomore and it is a great school. It opens up many opportunities for us and the program is challenging. Overall it is a good school to attend.
Posted: March 16, 2010
This is avery good school for kids who are trying to get in good high school. This shows you have to do a lot to get in this school
Posted: March 13, 2010
I am an alum and can attest to the education and experience. My son entered 9th grade a little intimidated but has surpassed both of our expextations making Principal's Commendation all quarters, most recently 3.83. The grading scale is higher but that has made him more driven to get a 4.0. He really wanted to play football which Banneker does not offer so next year he will be eligible to play at McKinley or Wilson now that he has proven he can a Banneker Achiever. The best thing I did for my son academically was to encourage him to attend. He is not distracted and keeps his eye on the prize, attending COLLEGE!
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Posted: August 27, 2007
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The VIO | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Washington SW | DC | 2.1 mi | |
| 2 | The Willoughby | Condominium/Townhouse | Chevy Chase | MD | 4.9 mi | |
| 3 | Takoma Park | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Takoma Park | MD | 5.2 mi | |
| 4 | Twenty400 | Apartment Complex | Arlington | VA | 5.3 mi | |
| 5 | Reserve at Potomac Yard | Apartment Complex | Alexandria | VA | 5.4 mi | |
| 6 | Beverly Hills | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 5.7 mi | |
| 7 | Shirlington | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Arlington | VA | 6 mi | |
| 8 | Leeway Overlee - N Arlington | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Arlington | VA | 6.7 mi | |
| 9 | Rivergate | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 6.9 mi | |
| 10 | Henry | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 7.1 mi | |
| 11 | Fords Landing | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 8 mi | |
| 12 | Forest Knolls | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 8.1 mi | |
| 13 | Falls Church City | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Falls Church | VA | 8.1 mi | |
| 14 | Hillandale | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 8.3 mi | |
| 15 | Midtown Alexandria Station | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 8.4 mi | |
| 16 | Burgundy Woods | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 8.7 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington DC | Washington D.C. | DC | 1.2 mi | |
| 2 | Georgetown | Washington | DC | 1.5 mi | |
| 3 | Capitol Hill | Washington | DC | 2 mi | |
| 4 | Pentagon City | Arlington | VA | 4.5 mi | |
| 5 | Arlington | Arlington | VA | 5.1 mi | |
| 6 | Silver Spring | Silver Spring | MD | 5.5 mi | |
| 7 | Old Town Alexandria | Alexandria | VA | 7.5 mi | |
| 8 | White Oak | Silver Spring | MD | 8.3 mi | |
| 9 | National Harbor | Fort Washington | MD | 8.8 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Marine Barracks Washington | 2.8 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 2.9 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 3 mi. |
| Pentagon | 3.3 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 3.4 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 3.7 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 4 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 5 mi. |
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 7.3 mi. |
| Mark Center Alexandria | 7.5 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 10.3 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 10.4 mi. |
| Fort Belvoir | 15.4 mi. |
| Fort Meade NSA | 19.9 mi. |
| NRO Chantilly | 23 mi. |
| Indian Head Naval Base | 23.8 mi. |
| US Naval Academy | 29.3 mi. |
| Annapolis Naval Station | 30.2 mi. |
| Coast Guard Curtis Bay | 31.5 mi. |
| Quantico Marine Base | 34.7 mi. |
| Dahlgren NSWC | 39.3 mi. |
| Fort Detrick | 42.3 mi. |
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