DC Prep PCS

DC Prep PCS operates as a charter school network in Washington, D.C., serving 4,466 students across six schools consisting of three elementary and three middle school campuses. The district experienced dramatic growth, with enrollment increasing 107.9% from the prior year, indicating rapid expansion. The student-teacher ratio stands at 25.2:1 with 177 teachers on staff.

Academically, DC Prep PCS demonstrates mixed performance relative to state averages. Math proficiency reaches 25.8%, exceeding the District of Columbia average of 19.9%, while reading proficiency at 24.3% falls slightly below the state average of 25.4%. Chronic absenteeism presents a significant challenge at 36.4%, substantially higher than typical district levels.

The student population reflects concentrated economic need, with 65.2% classified as economically disadvantaged, 18.6% receiving special education services, and 4.2% identified as English learners. Racially, the enrollment is predominantly Black (89.7%), with 7.0% Hispanic and small percentages of other races.

Financially, DC Prep PCS operates with per-pupil spending of $4,820, below the state average of $5,871, despite maintaining a total budget of $55.7 million. The district's revenue structure is heavily weighted toward local funding at 93.6%, with federal sources comprising only 6.4%. This funding model creates resource constraints relative to comparable charter and traditional public school systems in the region.