Serving 745 students in grades 9-12, Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy 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 7% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy's student population of 745 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
745 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy 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 Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy 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
#154 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
22%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
96%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
76.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
49%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
54%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy's ranking?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is ranked #154 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy often compared to?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Coolidge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy?
The graduation rate of Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is 80-84%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy?
745 students attend Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy offer ?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy part of?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is part of Friendship PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy located?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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