Serving 315 students in grades 4-8, Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 25-29% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School's student population of 315 students has grown by 303% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 350% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School is 0.08, 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
#103 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
96%
62%
White
n/a
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
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 Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School's ranking?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School is ranked #103 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School?
315 students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School offer ?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School part of?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School is part of DC Prep PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School located?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia Middle School is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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