Serving 336 students in grades 4-8, Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool 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 39% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than 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.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool 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 - Benning MiddleSchool's student population of 336 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool 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 - Benning MiddleSchool is 0.11, 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
#53 out of 212 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
17%
Black
94%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 - Benning MiddleSchool's ranking?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool is ranked #53 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool often compared to?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Dc - Aim Pcs, Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood MiddleSchool, Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool?
336 students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool 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 - Benning MiddleSchool offer ?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool part of?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool is part of DC Prep PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool located?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning MiddleSchool is located in the Benning neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 1 other public schools located in Benning.
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