Transition Academy At Shadd serves 144 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤20% (which was lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤20% (which was lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 was lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
144 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≤20%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≤20%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
100%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)≤10%
59%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% DC state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Transition Academy At Shadd?
The graduation rate of Transition Academy At Shadd is 10%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 59%.
How many students attend Transition Academy At Shadd?
144 students attend Transition Academy At Shadd.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Transition Academy At Shadd students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Transition Academy At Shadd?
Transition Academy At Shadd has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Transition Academy At Shadd offer ?
Transition Academy At Shadd offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Transition Academy At Shadd part of?
Transition Academy At Shadd is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools.
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