Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dc Scholars Pcs 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 4% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (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-8
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dc Scholars Pcs's student population of 532 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dc Scholars Pcs 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 Scholars Pcs is 0.12, 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
#211 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
94%
64%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
42%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dc Scholars Pcs's ranking?
Dc Scholars Pcs is ranked #211 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Dc Scholars Pcs often compared to?
Dc Scholars Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs, Center City Pcs - Congress Heights by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Dc Scholars Pcs?
532 students attend Dc Scholars Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dc Scholars Pcs students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dc Scholars Pcs?
Dc Scholars Pcs has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dc Scholars Pcs offer ?
Dc Scholars Pcs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Dc Scholars Pcs part of?
Dc Scholars Pcs is part of DC Scholars PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Dc Scholars Pcs located?
Dc Scholars Pcs is located in the Capitol View neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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