KIPP DC PCS

KIPP DC PCS is a large charter school network operating 20 schools across the District of Columbia serving 15,157 students. The district experienced exceptional enrollment growth of 116.5% in the prior year, indicating rapid expansion. The network operates 11 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 2 high schools with 596 teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 25.4:1.

Academically, KIPP DC PCS demonstrates mixed performance relative to district averages. Reading proficiency stands at 30.0%, exceeding the DC average of 25.4%, while math proficiency at 17.3% falls below the state average of 19.9%. The graduation rate of 86.0% substantially outpaces the DC average of 77.6%. However, chronic absenteeism at 41.9% represents a significant challenge.

The student population is predominantly economically disadvantaged (71.1%) and primarily Black (96.8%), with 20.8% identified as students with disabilities and only 0.9% as English learners. Per-pupil spending of $4,522 remains considerably below the DC average of $5,871, despite a total budget of $212.8 million. Revenue composition shows heavy reliance on local funding (92.2%) with minimal federal support (7.8%), which is typical for DC charter schools operating outside traditional public school financing structures.