Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Dc Prep Pcs - Benning 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 15-19% (which is approximately equal to 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 15:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning 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 - Benning Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#142 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
89%
64%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
50%
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 - Benning Elementary School's ranking?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School is ranked #142 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?
15-19% 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).
How many students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School?
442 students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School offer ?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School part of?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School is part of DC Prep PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School located?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School is located in the Benning neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 1 other public schools located in Benning.
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Schools & Home Office Closed: Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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