Every student deserves access to a high-quality public high school education, but what defines “quality” and who has access to it remain important questions across Washington, D.C. Quality is often measured through indicators such as graduation rates, college enrollment, Advanced Placement performance—but it also means the diversity of course offerings and specialized…

While Washington, D.C. ranks among the wealthiest and most educated cities in the United States, not all residents experience those advantages equally. Of every 100 students who enter ninth grade, only an estimated 18 will complete a postsecondary degree within six years of graduating high school. Young adults born and living in…

On July 27, 2026, the D.C. Policy Center’s study of a land value tax was mentioned in a realtor.com article: The DC Policy Center studied it, too, and found it could shift the tax burden to parts of the city with more amenities. The idea’s been floated a few times before, but it could…