Serving 200 students in grades 4-6, Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School 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 6-9% (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 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School's student population of 200 students has grown by 156% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle 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 Middle School is 0.02, 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
#158 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
18%
Black
99%
64%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 Middle School's ranking?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School is ranked #158 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?
6-9% 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 Middle School?
200 students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School offer ?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School part of?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School is part of DC Prep PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School located?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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