Neighborhood Guides
Ward 2 Schools
Ward 2 encompasses much of central DC, with proximity to many high-demand schools and strong transit connections across the city.
Neighborhoods: Dupont Circle, Logan Circle, Shaw, Downtown, Foggy Bottom
Browse Ward 2 Schools →What to Know About Ward 2 Schools
- Central location with citywide access
- Mix of DCPS and charter options
- Excellent transit connections
- Access to programs in neighboring wards
Lottery Tips for Ward 2 Families
- List your true first choice at #1 — even if it's competitive
- Include 10–12 schools total, not just schools in Ward 2
- Charter schools have no geographic limits — apply citywide
- Check your in-boundary DCPS school and include it on your list
- Visit open houses in November–February before applying
Schools in Ward 2
Public schools in Ward 2, sorted by academic performance.
School Without Walls High School
DCPSWard 2·9 to 12
Advanced PlacementDual College Enrollment
99% ELA
58% match
Benjamin Banneker High School
DCPSWard 2·9 to 12
Advanced PlacementArts Integration
92.3% ELA
100% match
Ross Elementary School
DCPSWard 2·PK4 to 5
83.8% ELA
5% match
BASIS DC PCS
CharterWard 2·5 to 12
Advanced PlacementInternational Baccalaureate (IB)
77.9% ELA
11% match
Hardy Middle School
DCPSWard 2·6 to 8
International Baccalaureate (IB)Restorative Justice
73.5% ELA
2% match
Hyde-Addison Elementary School
DCPSWard 2·PK3 to 5
71% ELA
10% match
Browse Ward 2 Schools
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