Serving 455 students in grades 1-4, Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs ranks in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs ranks within the top 20% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#29 out of 212 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)66%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
17%
Black
98%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
47%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs's ranking?
Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs is ranked #29 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs?
455 students attend Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs?
Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs offer ?
Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs part of?
Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs is part of KIPP DC PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs located?
Kipp Dc - Heights Pcs is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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