Serving 182 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence ranks in the bottom 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence's student population of 182 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence 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 Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence is 0.10, 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
#123 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Black
95%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
White
2%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
28%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence's ranking?
Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence is ranked #123 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence?
182 students attend Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence?
Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence offer ?
Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence part of?
Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence is part of Harmony DC PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence located?
Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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