Education details for Washington, DC

Education Levels

The median income is an important factor to consider when evaluating the affordability of a city or town.

Education Level	Count
No Schooling	6109
High School Diploma	61269
Less than High School	45577
Bachelor's Degree and Higher	303532

Impact of Education on Community

Education plays a crucial role in shaping the quality of life and economic conditions of a community. Higher education levels are often associated with better job opportunities, higher income, and improved quality of life. Conversely, lower education levels can contribute to higher crime rates and increased cost of living due to limited economic opportunities. Understanding the educational landscape of an area can provide valuable insights into its social and economic dynamics.

Schools Overview

Explore the educational landscape of the area through detailed information about local schools. This includes data on school levels, teacher and student numbers, diversity, and graduation rates, which can help in evaluating the quality of education available.

Name	Level	Teachers	Students	Teachers/Students	By race	Male/Female	Grad. Rate
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy	High	39	401	1/10	asian: 0 black: 366 hispanic: 33 white: 1 other: 1	201/ 200	None
Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy	High	64	661	1/10	asian: 1 black: 646 hispanic: 10 white: 2 other: 2	362/ 299	None
Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary	Elementary	28	365	1/12	asian: 0 black: 357 hispanic: 4 white: 1 other: 3	192/ 173	None
Friendship PCS - Blow Pierce Middle	Middle	24	245	1/9	asian: 0 black: 239 hispanic: 5 white: 0 other: 1	120/ 125	None
Friendship PCS - Blow Pierce Elementary	Elementary	24	285	1/11	asian: 0 black: 274 hispanic: 6 white: 2 other: 3	127/ 158	None
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary	Elementary	25	296	1/11	asian: 0 black: 290 hispanic: 5 white: 1 other: 0	161/ 135	None
Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Middle	Middle	28	217	1/7	asian: 0 black: 207 hispanic: 10 white: 0 other: 0	118/ 99	None
Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Elementary	Elementary	24	250	1/10	asian: 0 black: 237 hispanic: 7 white: 3 other: 3	118/ 132	None
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle	Middle	29	311	1/10	asian: 0 black: 299 hispanic: 7 white: 2 other: 3	157/ 154	None
Friendship PCS - Online Academy	Elementary	21	435	1/20	asian: 2 black: 384 hispanic: 20 white: 10 other: 19	223/ 212	None
Friendship PCS - Technology Preparatory HS	High	42	357	1/8	asian: 0 black: 352 hispanic: 4 white: 1 other: 0	184/ 173	None
Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary	Elementary	24	252	1/10	asian: 0 black: 241 hispanic: 10 white: 1 other: 0	128/ 124	None
Friendship PCS - Southeast Middle	Middle	24	329	1/13	asian: 0 black: 325 hispanic: 4 white: 0 other: 0	148/ 181	None
Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle	Middle	24	208	1/8	asian: 0 black: 200 hispanic: 7 white: 0 other: 1	100/ 108	None
Friendship PCS - Ideal Middle	Middle	13	182	1/13	asian: 1 black: 171 hispanic: 9 white: 0 other: 1	98/ 84	None
Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary	Elementary	18	216	1/11	asian: 0 black: 203 hispanic: 13 white: 0 other: 0	109/ 107	None
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland	Elementary	32	355	1/10	asian: 5 black: 108 hispanic: 64 white: 134 other: 43	175/ 180	None
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End	Elementary	29	318	1/10	asian: 2 black: 221 hispanic: 31 white: 26 other: 38	144/ 174	None
Perry Street Preparatory PCS	Elementary	46	451	1/9	asian: 1 black: 388 hispanic: 49 white: 4 other: 8	226/ 225	None
IDEA PCS	High	33	307	1/9	asian: 0 black: 293 hispanic: 12 white: 0 other: 2	151/ 156	None
Maya Angelou PCS - HS	High	17	212	1/12	asian: 0 black: 207 hispanic: 4 white: 1 other: 0	104/ 108	None
Maya Angelou PCS - Academy at DC Jail	Not reported	8	40	1/5	asian: 0 black: 40 hispanic: 0 white: 0 other: 0	39/ 1	None
Meridian PCS	Elementary	58	627	1/10	asian: 5 black: 425 hispanic: 164 white: 32 other: 1	319/ 308	None
Washington Latin PCS - MS	Middle	29	383	1/13	asian: 14 black: 91 hispanic: 49 white: 199 other: 30	204/ 179	None
Washington Latin PCS - Upper School	High	44	377	1/8	asian: 10 black: 160 hispanic: 48 white: 133 other: 26	172/ 205	None
Washington Latin PCS - Anna Julia Cooper MS	Middle	14	157	1/11	asian: 4 black: 60 hispanic: 9 white: 69 other: 15	77/ 80	None
Roots PCS	Elementary	8	89	1/11	asian: 0 black: 89 hispanic: 0 white: 0 other: 0	47/ 42	None
The SEED PCS of Washington DC	High	29	248	1/8	asian: 0 black: 239 hispanic: 7 white: 0 other: 2	124/ 124	None
Cedar Tree Academy PCS	Elementary	25	463	1/18	asian: 0 black: 427 hispanic: 7 white: 1 other: 28	238/ 225	None
Murch ES	Elementary	41	651	1/15	asian: 65 black: 102 hispanic: 85 white: 350 other: 47	342/ 309	None

Name: Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy

Level: High

Teachers: 39

Students: 401

Teachers/Students: 1/10

By race: asian: 0
black: 366
hispanic: 33
white: 1
other: 1

Male/Female: 201/ 200

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy

Level: High

Teachers: 64

Students: 661

Teachers/Students: 1/10

By race: asian: 1
black: 646
hispanic: 10
white: 2
other: 2

Male/Female: 362/ 299

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 28

Students: 365

Teachers/Students: 1/12

By race: asian: 0
black: 357
hispanic: 4
white: 1
other: 3

Male/Female: 192/ 173

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Blow Pierce Middle

Level: Middle

Teachers: 24

Students: 245

Teachers/Students: 1/9

By race: asian: 0
black: 239
hispanic: 5
white: 0
other: 1

Male/Female: 120/ 125

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Blow Pierce Elementary

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 24

Students: 285

Teachers/Students: 1/11

By race: asian: 0
black: 274
hispanic: 6
white: 2
other: 3

Male/Female: 127/ 158

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 25

Students: 296

Teachers/Students: 1/11

By race: asian: 0
black: 290
hispanic: 5
white: 1
other: 0

Male/Female: 161/ 135

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Middle

Level: Middle

Teachers: 28

Students: 217

Teachers/Students: 1/7

By race: asian: 0
black: 207
hispanic: 10
white: 0
other: 0

Male/Female: 118/ 99

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Elementary

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 24

Students: 250

Teachers/Students: 1/10

By race: asian: 0
black: 237
hispanic: 7
white: 3
other: 3

Male/Female: 118/ 132

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle

Level: Middle

Teachers: 29

Students: 311

Teachers/Students: 1/10

By race: asian: 0
black: 299
hispanic: 7
white: 2
other: 3

Male/Female: 157/ 154

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Online Academy

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 21

Students: 435

Teachers/Students: 1/20

By race: asian: 2
black: 384
hispanic: 20
white: 10
other: 19

Male/Female: 223/ 212

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Technology Preparatory HS

Level: High

Teachers: 42

Students: 357

Teachers/Students: 1/8

By race: asian: 0
black: 352
hispanic: 4
white: 1
other: 0

Male/Female: 184/ 173

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 24

Students: 252

Teachers/Students: 1/10

By race: asian: 0
black: 241
hispanic: 10
white: 1
other: 0

Male/Female: 128/ 124

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Southeast Middle

Level: Middle

Teachers: 24

Students: 329

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 0
black: 325
hispanic: 4
white: 0
other: 0

Male/Female: 148/ 181

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle

Level: Middle

Teachers: 24

Students: 208

Teachers/Students: 1/8

By race: asian: 0
black: 200
hispanic: 7
white: 0
other: 1

Male/Female: 100/ 108

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Ideal Middle

Level: Middle

Teachers: 13

Students: 182

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 1
black: 171
hispanic: 9
white: 0
other: 1

Male/Female: 98/ 84

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 18

Students: 216

Teachers/Students: 1/11

By race: asian: 0
black: 203
hispanic: 13
white: 0
other: 0

Male/Female: 109/ 107

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 32

Students: 355

Teachers/Students: 1/10

By race: asian: 5
black: 108
hispanic: 64
white: 134
other: 43

Male/Female: 175/ 180

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 29

Students: 318

Teachers/Students: 1/10

By race: asian: 2
black: 221
hispanic: 31
white: 26
other: 38

Male/Female: 144/ 174

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Perry Street Preparatory PCS

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 46

Students: 451

Teachers/Students: 1/9

By race: asian: 1
black: 388
hispanic: 49
white: 4
other: 8

Male/Female: 226/ 225

Grad. Rate: None

Name: IDEA PCS

Level: High

Teachers: 33

Students: 307

Teachers/Students: 1/9

By race: asian: 0
black: 293
hispanic: 12
white: 0
other: 2

Male/Female: 151/ 156

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Maya Angelou PCS - HS

Level: High

Teachers: 17

Students: 212

Teachers/Students: 1/12

By race: asian: 0
black: 207
hispanic: 4
white: 1
other: 0

Male/Female: 104/ 108

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Maya Angelou PCS - Academy at DC Jail

Level: Not reported

Teachers: 8

Students: 40

Teachers/Students: 1/5

By race: asian: 0
black: 40
hispanic: 0
white: 0
other: 0

Male/Female: 39/ 1

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Meridian PCS

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 58

Students: 627

Teachers/Students: 1/10

By race: asian: 5
black: 425
hispanic: 164
white: 32
other: 1

Male/Female: 319/ 308

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Washington Latin PCS - MS

Level: Middle

Teachers: 29

Students: 383

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 14
black: 91
hispanic: 49
white: 199
other: 30

Male/Female: 204/ 179

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Washington Latin PCS - Upper School

Level: High

Teachers: 44

Students: 377

Teachers/Students: 1/8

By race: asian: 10
black: 160
hispanic: 48
white: 133
other: 26

Male/Female: 172/ 205

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Washington Latin PCS - Anna Julia Cooper MS

Level: Middle

Teachers: 14

Students: 157

Teachers/Students: 1/11

By race: asian: 4
black: 60
hispanic: 9
white: 69
other: 15

Male/Female: 77/ 80

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Roots PCS

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 8

Students: 89

Teachers/Students: 1/11

By race: asian: 0
black: 89
hispanic: 0
white: 0
other: 0

Male/Female: 47/ 42

Grad. Rate: None

Name: The SEED PCS of Washington DC

Level: High

Teachers: 29

Students: 248

Teachers/Students: 1/8

By race: asian: 0
black: 239
hispanic: 7
white: 0
other: 2

Male/Female: 124/ 124

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Cedar Tree Academy PCS

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 25

Students: 463

Teachers/Students: 1/18

By race: asian: 0
black: 427
hispanic: 7
white: 1
other: 28

Male/Female: 238/ 225

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Murch ES

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 41

Students: 651

Teachers/Students: 1/15

By race: asian: 65
black: 102
hispanic: 85
white: 350
other: 47

Male/Female: 342/ 309

Grad. Rate: None

In Washington, DC, evaluating the educational landscape is crucial for families considering relocation. Here are seven key factors to consider when assessing neighborhood schools: 1. Teacher-to-Student Ratio: A lower ratio indicates more individualized attention for students, which can foster better learning outcomes. For instance, a 1:12 ratio suggests that teachers could more effectively cater to individual learning needs compared to schools with higher ratios. 2. Graduation Rates: High graduation rates are typically reflective of a school’s ability to support students through their educational journey, indicating strong academic and administrative frameworks. 3. Diversity in Schools: Schools with diverse student populations offer enriched cultural experiences and promote inclusivity. This diversity aids in preparing students for a global society and fosters a broad-minded community atmosphere. 4. School Budget and Resources: Adequate funding is crucial, influencing the quality of academic resources, facilities, and extracurricular opportunities available to students. A well-funded school is better positioned to offer comprehensive educational experiences. 5. Academic and Extracurricular Programs: Programs such as advanced coursework, sports, and arts are key to holistic student development. Evaluating these offerings can help align school choices with a child’s interests and strengths. 6. Safety and Environment: The safety of a school environment has direct implications on student well-being and learning efficiency. Factors such as campus security measures and the overall atmosphere are important considerations. 7. School Leadership and Vision: A school’s leadership and its educational philosophy can greatly affect the quality of education and the community sense within the school. Understanding the administrative vision is essential for assessing if the school's goals align with your values. Considering these factors, along with visiting schools and engaging with the community, will provide deeper insights and facilitate informed decisions, ensuring that the chosen educational path aligns with your family's priorities in Washington.