Serving 328 students in grades 4-8, Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School 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 12% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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: 4-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School's student population of 328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School 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 Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School is 0.11, 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
#79 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
94%
64%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School is ranked #79 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School often compared to?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs, Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School, Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School?
328 students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle 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 - Benning Middle School offer ?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School part of?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School is part of DC Prep PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School located?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School is located in the Benning neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 1 other public schools located in Benning.
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Date
Schools & Home Office Closed: Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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