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DC Department of Corrections
Washington, District of Columbia · Grades 9 to 12 · DC Jail Education Program
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About DC Department of Corrections
DC Department of Corrections is a public school in Washington, District of Columbia, serving grades 9 through 12. Enrollment was 45 in the 2024-25 school year. That makes it one of the smaller public and charter high schools in Washington. With about 15 full-time-equivalent teachers, that works out to roughly 3 students per teacher. Federal data classifies it as an alternative school. The surrounding area is classified as a large city, in District of Columbia. It is part of DC Jail Education Program. There are 248 other schools within 5 miles.
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School facts
| Address | 1901 D Street SE, Washington, DC 20003 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (202) 698-4932 |
| School district | DC Jail Education Program |
| Grades | 9 to 12 |
| Students (2024-25) | 45 |
| Teachers (full-time equivalent, 2024-25) | 15 |
| Students per teacher | 3 |
| Charter school | No |
| School type | Alternative |
| Level | High |
| Locale (NCES) | City, large, District of Columbia |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2024-25 public school directory and membership files (NCES school ID 110011900781). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.
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Frequently asked questions
What grades does DC Department of Corrections serve?
DC Department of Corrections serves grades 9 through 12.
How many students attend DC Department of Corrections?
DC Department of Corrections reported 45 students in 2024-25, according to the NCES Common Core of Data.
What is the student-teacher ratio at DC Department of Corrections?
About 3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher, based on 45 students and 15 teachers in federal data.
Is DC Department of Corrections a public or charter school?
DC Department of Corrections is a traditional public (non-charter) school.
What school district is DC Department of Corrections in?
DC Department of Corrections is part of DC Jail Education Program.
Where is DC Department of Corrections located?
DC Department of Corrections is at 1901 D Street SE, Washington, DC 20003. The phone number is (202) 698-4932.
How many other schools are near DC Department of Corrections?
There are 248 other schools within 5 miles of DC Department of Corrections in our directory.
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