Serving 140 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence's student population of 140 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence ranks within the bottom 50% of all 212 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 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#172 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
17%
Black
95%
65%
White
1%
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
36%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
36%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #172 out of 212 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence?
140 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, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence?
Harmony Dc Pcs - School Of Excellence has a student ration of 9:1, 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
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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