Washington Yu Ying Pcs

220 Taylor Street Ne
Washington, DC 20017
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 569 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Yu Ying Pcs ranks in the top 20% 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 57% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 569 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Top 20% in DC
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington Yu Ying Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:

School Overview

Washington Yu Ying Pcs's student population of 569 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
569 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
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School Rankings

Washington Yu Ying 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 Washington Yu Ying Pcs is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (DC)
#22 out of 212 schools
(Top 20%)
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(18-19)
57%
32%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Washington Yu Ying Pcs and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in District Of Columbia by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
(18-19)
56%
38%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Washington Yu Ying Pcs and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of District Of Columbia by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
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Hispanic
7%
17%
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Black
31%
65%
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White
26%
13%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
27%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.76
This chart display the diversity score of Washington Yu Ying Pcs and the public school average diversity score of District Of Columbia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
52%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Washington Yu Ying Pcs and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in District Of Columbia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Washington Yu Ying Pcs and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in District Of Columbia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington Yu Ying Pcs's ranking?
Washington Yu Ying Pcs is ranked #22 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Washington Yu Ying Pcs?
569 students attend Washington Yu Ying Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Washington Yu Ying Pcs students are Black, 27% of students are Two or more races, 26% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Yu Ying Pcs?
Washington Yu Ying Pcs has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Yu Ying Pcs offer ?
Washington Yu Ying Pcs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Yu Ying Pcs part of?
Washington Yu Ying Pcs is part of Washington Yu Ying PCS School District.

School Reviews

5   12/15/2023
Washington Yu Ying has offered my kids the greatest public education offered in DC. The Chinese immersion, nurturing environment, and diversity all make it a special place for my child to be.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 569 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

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