Serving 309 students in grades 8-12, Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts's student population of 309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts 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
#140 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
98%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
2%
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 Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts's ranking?
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts is ranked #140 out of 220 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts?
The graduation rate of Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts is 85-89%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts?
309 students attend Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts?
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts offer ?
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts part of?
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts is part of Richard Wright PCS For Journalism And Media Arts School District.
In what neighborhood is Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts located?
Richard Wright Pcs For Journalism And Media Arts is located in the Southwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 6 other public schools located in Southwest Washington.
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