Serving 296 students in grades 8-12, Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts 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 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts 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
#172 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
17%
Black
98%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts's ranking?
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts is ranked #172 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 32% DC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts?
The graduation rate of Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts is 70-74%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts?
296 students attend Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts?
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts offer ?
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts part of?
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts is part of Richard Wright PCS For Journalism And Media Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts located?
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts is located in the Southwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 6 other public schools located in Southwest Washington.
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