Serving 377 students in grades 1-4, Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs ranks in the top 20% 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 69% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs's student population of 377 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs ranks within the top 20% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs is 0.08, 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
#35 out of 212 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
17%
Black
96%
65%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
55%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs's ranking?
Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs is ranked #35 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs?
377 students attend Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs offer ?
Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs part of?
Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs is part of KIPP DC PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs located?
Kipp Dc - Lead Pcs is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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