Serving 317 students in grades 9-12, Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (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: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School's student population of 317 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School ranks within the top 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School is 0.13, 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
#102 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
18%
Black
93%
64%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School's ranking?
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School is ranked #102 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School?
The graduation rate of Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School is 90%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School?
317 students attend Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School?
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School offer ?
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School part of?
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School located?
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break-No School Students/Teachers
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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