Serving 587 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Creative Minds International Pcs ranks in the top 50% 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 17% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creative Minds International Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Creative Minds International Pcs's student population of 587 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Creative Minds International Pcs ranks within the top 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creative Minds International Pcs is 0.68, which is more 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
#107 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
23%
18%
Black
47%
64%
White
23%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creative Minds International Pcs's ranking?
Creative Minds International Pcs is ranked #107 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Creative Minds International Pcs?
587 students attend Creative Minds International Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Creative Minds International Pcs students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creative Minds International Pcs?
Creative Minds International Pcs has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Creative Minds International Pcs offer ?
Creative Minds International Pcs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Creative Minds International Pcs part of?
Creative Minds International Pcs is part of Creative Minds International PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Creative Minds International Pcs located?
Creative Minds International Pcs is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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