Benjamin Banneker High School

Benjamin Banneker High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1600 9th St NW,  Washington, DC
District Of Columbia Public Schools
3.7
4.5
537 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Anita M. Berger
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1140
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
55%
Reading Proficiency
91%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A-
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
B-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
91%
Math Proficiency
55%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
34
Full Time Teachers
34
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1140
Math
570
Verbal
570
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
12
AP Pass Rate
50.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
53%
State Average
22.6%
English
92.4%
State Average
32.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
183:1

Student Diversity

Female
68.2%
Male
31.8%
Black
69.9%
Hispanic
20%
White
4.8%
Two or more races
2.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.2%
Native American
<1%
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School Rankings

#1 Niche Standout HS in Washington
#2 Best Magnet HS in District of Columbia
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Howard University 292 Students
University of Maryland - College Park 254 Students
George Washington University 237 Students
Temple University 235 Students
North Carolina A&T State University 215 Students
Clark Atlanta University 198 Students
George Mason University 196 Students
North Carolina Central University 196 Students
New York University 171 Students
Morgan State University 152 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 145 Students
Biology 135 Students
Business 134 Students
Computer Science 96 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 88 Students
Nursing 81 Students
Political Science and Government 50 Students
Engineering 38 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 37 Students
Pre-Law Studies 37 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 303 Reviews
3.0 Senior
9/30/2024
The school does a great job preparing you for college but not so great with social emotional relationships. If you are a self starter and have a strong home life relationship then you may survive. Administrators are only concerned about the academics and not the whole child. You will be safe as no violence occurs on school property.
4.0 Senior
6/17/2024
The teachers at Banneker are some of the best educators I have ever had and I am so grateful that they are in my life. They have taught me so much in and outside of the classroom. The Banneker community is everything; they make me want to attend school daily. However, the school lacks support for the arts and other activities which sucks for anyone who is into anything but just education.
4.0 Senior
2/29/2024
Academics are top tier. Teachers and administration show that they care, and there's a multitude of resources available. This school is the #1 school in the city, and would recommend to others.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 15 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/23/2022
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.
1.0 student
8/6/2014
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.
4.0 parent
3/10/2014
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
5.0 other
10/21/2013
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.

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