Serving 318 students in grades 4-8, Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School's student population of 318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School ranks within the top 30% 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 - Edgewood Middle School is 0.26, 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
#60 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
85%
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
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 - Edgewood Middle School's ranking?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School is ranked #60 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School?
318 students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School offer ?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School part of?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School is part of DC Prep PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School located?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 6 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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