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ACADEMICS
Academic Summary
Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
ACADEMICS
Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
STUDENT LIFE
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
STUDENT LIFE
Teachers & Staff
Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
STUDENT LIFE
District Calendar
STUDENT LIFE
District Finances
How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
STUDENT LIFE
Reviews From Schools in District Of Columbia Public Schools
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Parent / Guardian
September 14, 2025
This school is exceptional. They are dedicated, mission-aligned staff who respect the historical legacy that OA carries. This was the first bilingual school in the Northeast US, and every day they... More
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Oyster-Adams Bilingual School
Parent / Guardian
August 26, 2025
My daughter things were missed place or stolen and the school did nothing. They are unprofessional and all over the place, the kids basically run the school.
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Eastern High School
Current student
July 27, 2025
This school is honestly great the teachers are very charming a lot of students are very friendly and the school is like a cheat code to learn Spanish
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Oyster-Adams Bilingual School