Serving 320 students in grades 9-12, Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School's student population of 320 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School 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 Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School is 0.11, 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)6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
17%
Black
94%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
3%
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 Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School's ranking?
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School?
The graduation rate of Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School is 90%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School?
320 students attend Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School?
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School offer ?
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School part of?
Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
School Calendar
View the Phelps Architecture Construction And Engineering High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break
April 18, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
April 19, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School for Seniors
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School
June 17, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of School for K-12 Students
August 26, 2024 (Monday)
School Reviews
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