Serving 282 students in grades 6-8, Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs 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 13% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs 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 Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs is 0.15, 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
#116 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)13%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
17%
Black
92%
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
59%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs's ranking?
Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs is ranked #116 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs often compared to?
Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
How many students attend Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs?
282 students attend Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs?
Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs offer ?
Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs part of?
Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs is part of Howard University Middle School Of Math And Science PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs located?
Howard University Middle School Of Mathematics And Science Pcs is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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