Serving 868 students in grades 9-12, Kipp Dc - College Preparatory 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 26% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs's student population of 868 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
868 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs ranks within the top 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs is 0.04, 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
#93 out of 212 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)32%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
17%
Black
98%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs's ranking?
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs is ranked #93 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs often compared to?
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Kipp Dc - Connect Pcs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs?
The graduation rate of Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs is 84%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs?
868 students attend Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs?
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs offer ?
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs part of?
Kipp Dc - College Preparatory Pcs is part of KIPP DC PCS School District.
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