Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es 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 50-54% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es ranks within the top 30% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es is 0.31, 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
#45 out of 212 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
17%
Black
82%
65%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es's ranking?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es is ranked #45 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es often compared to?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Esis often viewed alongside schools like Langdon Es, Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es?
440 students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es offer ?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es part of?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es is part of DC Prep PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es located?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Es is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 6 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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