Anacostia High School currently serves students from the Ward 8 community. The school's modernization was completed in 2014, providing the community with exceptional facilities to house academic programs focused on preparing students for college and career readiness. The school has incorporated the ASPIRE enrichment block into the schedule to provide students with academic interventions, character education, and an opportunity to participate in the performing arts. The athletics department provides a wide range of offerings for scholars and is an integral part of the school community. The basketball and cheerleading programs remain among the city's best, both winning championships in the past two seasons. The school strongly encourages students to participate in athletics and after-school programs to bolster college applications.