Question 1

Is 20019 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 20019 in Washington has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Washington city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 20019 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 20019?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 20019 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 20019. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 20019 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Washington. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 20019?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 20019 is approximately $357K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 20019 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 20019 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 20019 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 20019 has an overall NeighborScore of 72/100, placing it in the moderate range for Washington. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 72/100, 20019 scores similarly to the middle tier of Washington neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy	06–12	—	—	—
Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy	09–12	—	—	—
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End	PK–05	—	—	—
IDEA PCS	09–12	—	—	—
The SEED PCS of Washington DC	09–12	—	—	—
Sousa MS	06–08	—	—	—
Malcolm X ES at Green	PK–05	—	—	—
Thomas ES	PK–05	—	—	—
H.D. Woodson HS	09–12	—	—	—
Smothers ES	PK–05	—	—	—
Drew ES	PK–05	—	—	—
Burrville ES	PK–05	—	—	—
Lorraine H. Whitlock ES	PK–05	—	—	—
Plummer ES	PK–05	—	—	—
Nalle ES	PK–05	—	—	—
Kimball ES	PK–05	—	—	—
Houston ES	PK–05	—	—	—
C.W. Harris ES	PK–05	—	—	—
Kelly Miller MS	06–08	—	—	—
Ron Brown College Preparatory HS	09–12	—	—	—
KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS	05–08	—	—	—
KIPP DC - LEAP Academy PCS	PK–PK	—	—	—
KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS	KG–04	—	—	—
KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS	05–08	—	—	—
KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS	01–04	—	—	—
KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS	PK–KG	—	—	—
DC Prep PCS - Benning ES	PK–03	—	—	—
DC Prep PCS - Benning MS	04–08	—	—	—
DC Scholars PCS	PK–08	—	—	—
Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep	PK–05	—	—	—
Global Citizens PCS	PK–02	—	—	—
DC Wildflower PCS - The Riverseed School	PK–01	—	—	—