Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% 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 - Edgewood Elementary School is 0.33, which is less 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
#51 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
81%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
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 Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School's ranking?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School often compared to?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Langdon Elementary School, Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School?
420 students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School offer ?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School part of?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School is part of DC Prep PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School located?
Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Elementary School is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 6 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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