Serving 386 students in grades 9-12, Washington Leadership Pcs 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 15-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Leadership Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Leadership Pcs's student population of 386 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 96% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Leadership Pcs 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 Washington Leadership Pcs is 0.30, 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
#124 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
17%
Black
83%
65%
White
2%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Leadership Pcs's ranking?
Washington Leadership Pcs is ranked #124 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Leadership Pcs?
The graduation rate of Washington Leadership Pcs is 70-74%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend Washington Leadership Pcs?
386 students attend Washington Leadership Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Washington Leadership Pcs students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Leadership Pcs?
Washington Leadership Pcs has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Leadership Pcs offer ?
Washington Leadership Pcs offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington Leadership Pcs part of?
Washington Leadership Pcs is part of Washington Leadership Academy PCS School District.
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