Serving 307 students in grades 9-12, Idea Pcs ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idea Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Idea Pcs's student population of 307 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Idea Pcs ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idea Pcs is 0.10, 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
#198 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
95%
64%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
45%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idea Pcs's ranking?
Idea Pcs is ranked #198 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idea Pcs?
The graduation rate of Idea Pcs is 60-64%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Idea Pcs?
307 students attend Idea Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Idea Pcs students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idea Pcs?
Idea Pcs has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Idea Pcs offer ?
Idea Pcs offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Idea Pcs part of?
Idea Pcs is part of IDEA PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Idea Pcs located?
Idea Pcs is located in the Deanwood neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 2 other public schools located in Deanwood.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Holiday- Thanksgiving Break (Academics)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Holiday- Thanksgiving Break (Academics)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Holiday- Thanksgiving Break (Academics)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
Holiday- Spring Break (Academics)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Holiday- Spring Break (Academics)
April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
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