Serving 386 students in grades 9-12, Washington Leadership Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). 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 8:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Leadership Academy Pcs's student population of 386 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Leadership Academy Pcs 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 Washington Leadership Academy Pcs is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#139 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
81%
62%
White
1%
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
76%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.7%
46.7%
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 Academy Pcs's ranking?
Washington Leadership Academy Pcs is ranked #139 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 22% 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 Washington Leadership Academy Pcs?
The graduation rate of Washington Leadership Academy Pcs is 85-89%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Washington Leadership Academy Pcs?
386 students attend Washington Leadership Academy Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Washington Leadership Academy Pcs students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Leadership Academy Pcs?
Washington Leadership Academy 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 Academy Pcs offer ?
Washington Leadership Academy Pcs offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Leadership Academy Pcs part of?
Washington Leadership Academy Pcs is part of Washington Leadership Academy PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Leadership Academy Pcs located?
Washington Leadership Academy Pcs is located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 6 other public schools located in Edgewood.
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