Dunbar HS vs Eastern HS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in District of Columbia, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dunbar HS
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
892 students
Eastern HS
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
909 students
| Measure | Dunbar HS Washington, District of Columbia | Eastern HS Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 38 | #24 of 38 |
| National rank | #15430 of 16,910 | #14927 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 892 | 909 |
| Enrollment | 892 | 909 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 2% | 2.5% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eastern HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.1 vs 19.0).
- •Eastern HS does better on math proficiency (2.5% vs 2%).
- •Eastern HS does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Dunbar HS does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 10.8).
- •Eastern HS is the larger school with 909 students compared with 892.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dunbar HS better than Eastern HS?
On the Success Index (US), Eastern HS ranks higher (22.1 vs 19.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dunbar HS and Eastern HS?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dunbar HS: 892. Eastern HS: 909. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dunbar HS and Eastern HS rank in District of Columbia?
Dunbar HS is 31st of 38 and Eastern HS is 24th of 38 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).