Serving 696 students in grades 9-12, Kipp Dc - College Preparatory 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 7% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 30% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs's student population of 696 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory 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 Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#124 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
97%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
36%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs's ranking?
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs is ranked #124 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs often compared to?
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Dc - Connect Academy Pcs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs?
The graduation rate of Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs is 87%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs?
696 students attend Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs?
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs offer ?
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs part of?
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs is part of KIPP DC PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs located?
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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