Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Breakthrough Montessori Pcs ranks in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Breakthrough Montessori Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
School Overview
Breakthrough Montessori Pcs's student population of 369 students has grown by 101% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Breakthrough Montessori Pcs ranks within the top 20% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Breakthrough Montessori Pcs is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 220 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
41%
63%
White
44%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breakthrough Montessori Pcs's ranking?
Breakthrough Montessori Pcs is ranked #44 out of 220 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Breakthrough Montessori Pcs?
369 students attend Breakthrough Montessori Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Breakthrough Montessori Pcs students are White, 41% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Breakthrough Montessori Pcs?
Breakthrough Montessori Pcs has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Breakthrough Montessori Pcs offer ?
Breakthrough Montessori Pcs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Breakthrough Montessori Pcs part of?
Breakthrough Montessori Pcs is part of Breakthrough Montessori PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Breakthrough Montessori Pcs located?
Breakthrough Montessori 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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