Serving 89 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roots Pcs ranks in the top 30% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roots Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Roots Pcs's student population of 89 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
89 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roots Pcs ranks within the top 30% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roots Pcs is 0.00, 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
#49 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
18%
Black
100%
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
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roots Pcs's ranking?
Roots Pcs is ranked #49 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Roots Pcs often compared to?
Roots Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Beers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Roots Pcs?
89 students attend Roots Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Roots Pcs students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roots Pcs?
Roots Pcs has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roots Pcs offer ?
Roots Pcs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roots Pcs part of?
Roots Pcs is part of Roots PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Roots Pcs located?
Roots 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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