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District of Columbia High School Football Rankings: Top 25 Teams - Oct. 17

Lawrence Andrew Fernandezby:Lawrence Fernandez•about 8 hours•

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Defensive end recruit Carter Meadows (2026) from Gonzaga in Washington, D.C. (Credit: Ryan Snyder | Blue White Illustrated)

As of Oct. 17, there were no significant changes in the District of Columbia On3 Massey Ratings top 25 list. The top ten teams, especially the ones in the first three spots, have retained their positions. Here’s where the District of Columbia high school football’s best teams are after another round of games in October.

The On3 Massey Ratings, officially used during the BCS era, is a model that ranks sports teams by analyzing game outcomes, strength of schedule, and margin of victory.

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1. Gonzaga

The Eagles lost a home game against DeMatha Catholic, Maryland’s third-best team, 28-14. Gonzaga scored all its points in the fourth quarter, but that wasn’t enough for a victory. It’s the Eagles’ second loss in their last three games after dropping their match against Malvern Prep. The Eagles can bounce back with a win against Bishop McNamara, Maryland’s 16th-best squad, on Oct. 26.

2. St. John’s College

The Cadets’ four-game winning streak ended after losing to Good Counsel, Maryland’s fourth-ranked team. There were commendable players despite the loss, starting with Dajon Talley Rhodes, who finished with 144 rushing yards and a touchdown. St. John’s can rediscover their winning ways by beating Bishop McNamara on the 19th.

3. Friendship Collegiate Academy

After winning their first four games, the Knights have dropped two consecutive games and scored 12 points combined. Friendship Collegiate generated only six points against St. Michael, Virginia’s 14th-best squad. Conversely, they gave up 30, the most they’ve allowed this season. The Knights can bounce back with a win against Mt. Zion Prep on the 18th.

4. Dunbar

After a tough loss to Friendship Collegiate, the Crimson Tide have rattled off three consecutive victories, including a shutout victory against Ballou. Dunbar has two consecutive shutout wins and has surrendered only six points in the last three games. The Crimson Tide can extend their winning streak by defeating Roosevelt.

5. Archbishop Carroll

The Lions ended their three-game losing streak after scoring a victory against Bishop Ireton 27-14. That win improved Archbishop Carroll’s record to 2-4 with four games left in their season. They could finish with a winning record by sweeping Paul VI, Bishop O’Connell, St. Mary’s Ryken, and Saint John Paul the Great in their remaining matches.

6. St. Albans School

The Bulldogs bounced back after losing to Paul VI on the road, defeating Episcopal 24-17. It’s their lowest-scoring output in their five victories. They can start another winning streak by defeating Georgetown Prep on the 18th.

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7. Woodson H.D.

The Warriors have won three straight games after edging Roosevelt 22-15. They’ve given up only 27 points in their five victories, making them the fifth-best defense in District of Columbia high school football. Woodson can extend their winning streak by defeating Coolidge on the road.

8. Roosevelt

After winning their first five games, the Roughriders suffered their first loss against Woodson 22-15. David Anderson had 107 passing yards and a touchdown in the losing effort, while Deyon Smith and Gabriel Hudgens added a touchdown each. Roosevelt can bounce back with a win against Jackson-Reed.

9. Maret School

The Frogs are on a three-game winning streak after defeating St. James 58-42. Throughout that stretch, Maret has outscored their opponents 135-48. However, their schedule gets tougher because they will play their next three games on the road (Potomac School, Flint Hill, Rocktown).

10. Eastern

After a one-point loss to Roosevelt, the Ramblers edged the Coolidge Colts 34-27. Jeremiah Hubbard threw for 200 yards and two touchdowns, while Daquan Ginyard added 145 rushing yards and a touchdown. Eastern will close its schedule with a road game to Ballou, plus home games against Woodson and Dunbar.

Teams 11-25 in the latest District of Columbia High School Football Rankings

11. Coolidge
12. Bell Multicultural
13. Anacostia
14. Ballou  
15. Mater Academy
16. KIPP DC Legacy College Prep
17. Digital Pioneers Academy
18. Brown
19. McKinley Technology
20. Sidwell Friends School
21. KIPP College Prep
22. Model Deaf
23. Phelps ACE
24. Wright PCS
25. Paul International