Serving 435 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs ranks in the top 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs's student population of 435 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs ranks within the top 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs is 0.04, 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
#108 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
98%
63%
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
40%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
40%
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 Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs's ranking?
Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs is ranked #108 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs often compared to?
Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs?
435 students attend Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs?
Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs offer ?
Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs part of?
Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs is part of KIPP DC PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs located?
Kipp Dc - Aim Academy Pcs is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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