Serving 390 students in grades 1-4, Kipp Dc - Spring Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs's student population of 390 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Dc - Spring Academy 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 - Spring Academy Pcs is 0.04, 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
#158 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
98%
64%
White
n/a
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
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
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 - Spring Academy Pcs's ranking?
Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs is ranked #158 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs often compared to?
Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs?
390 students attend Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs?
Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs offer ?
Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs part of?
Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs is part of KIPP DC PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs located?
Kipp Dc - Spring Academy 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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