Serving 91 students in grades 5-8, Capital Village Pcs 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 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than 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 Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capital Village Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Capital Village Pcs's student population of 91 students has grown by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
91 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Capital Village Pcs ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capital Village Pcs is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#150 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
85%
62%
White
n/a
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.3%
46.7%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capital Village Pcs's ranking?
Capital Village Pcs is ranked #150 out of 220 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 22% DC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Capital Village Pcs?
91 students attend Capital Village Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Capital Village Pcs students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capital Village Pcs?
Capital Village Pcs has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Capital Village Pcs offer ?
Capital Village Pcs offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capital Village Pcs part of?
Capital Village Pcs is part of Capital Village PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Capital Village Pcs located?
Capital Village Pcs is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 6 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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