Capital City PCS operates three schools in Washington, DC, serving 2,058 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district experienced dramatic enrollment growth of 105.4% in the prior year, suggesting recent expansion or consolidation. With 127 teachers, the student-teacher ratio stands at 16.2:1, aligning with typical urban district configurations.
Academic performance presents a mixed profile. The graduation rate of 85.6% exceeds the District of Columbia state average of 77.6%, indicating relative strength in student completion. However, math and reading proficiency rates lag state averages, with 13.0% and 18.0% respectively compared to state averages of 19.9% and 25.4%. Chronic absenteeism at 39.2% represents a significant operational challenge.
The student population reflects substantial diversity and need. Approximately 70.5% of students identify as Hispanic, 21.5% as Black, and 4.3% as White. The district serves notable populations of English learners (43.3%), students with disabilities (20.6%), and economically disadvantaged students (39.9%). Per-pupil spending of $6,360 exceeds the state average of $5,871, with a total budget of $29.7 million. Revenue composition shows heavy reliance on local funding at 93.3%, with federal sources providing 6.7%, reflecting DC's unique funding structure as a city-administered jurisdiction.
This summary was generated by AI from public data sources. Last updated May 4, 2026.
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Total Students
2,058
Schools
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,360
Data Sources: NCES Common Core of Data, NCES F-33 Finance Survey, EDFacts
Federal Data Year: 2022-23
State Data Year: 2024-25
Note: Some data may be unavailable for certain districts or years. Proficiency rates reflect state-specific assessment standards.
Math Proficiency
13.0%
Staff counts are Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) from NCES 2024-25 data.
MGP compares student growth to peers with similar starting points. A score of 50 indicates typical growth.
DC CAPE ELA proficiency rate
DC CAPE Math proficiency rate
About the STAR Framework:
The School Transparency and Reporting (STAR) Framework is DC's school accountability system. Schools earn points (0-100) based on academic achievement, student growth, attendance, and graduation outcomes. Higher scores indicate stronger overall performance.
Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE), DC School Report Card, 2024-25 School Year