Maya Angelou At Youth Services Center 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 ≤20% (which is higher 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%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Rankings
Maya Angelou At Youth Services Center ranks within the top 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#90 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maya Angelou At Youth Services Center's ranking?
Maya Angelou At Youth Services Center is ranked #90 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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).
What grades does Maya Angelou At Youth Services Center offer ?
Maya Angelou At Youth Services Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Maya Angelou At Youth Services Center part of?
Maya Angelou At Youth Services Center is part of Dyrs School District.
In what neighborhood is Maya Angelou At Youth Services Center located?
Maya Angelou At Youth Services Center is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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