Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School's student population of 410 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School 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 Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#128 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
93%
64%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School's ranking?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School is ranked #128 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School?
410 students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School offer ?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School part of?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School is part of DC Prep PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School located?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Elementary School is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
School Calendar
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Date
Schools & Home Office Closed: Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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