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#119 of 240 schools in DC
Top 49% in state
Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights
School · AppleTree Early Learning PCS
2750 14TH STREET NW, Washington, DC 20009
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 224 schools in Washington. Learn more
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#119 of 240
In Washington
#119 of 240
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
AppleTree Early Learning PCS
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights
School in Washington · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights
Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights is a public school in Washington, DC, part of AppleTree Early Learning PCS. Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 240 schools in DC.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- DC avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 123 students, Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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How Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights Compares
See how Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
2750 14TH STREET NW, Washington, DC 20009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ross ES (rated 9.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Garrison ES (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MYSA SCHOOL Washington | 0.2 mi | — |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Cardozo Education Campus Washington | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Tubman ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| H.D. Cooke ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Meridian PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Marie Reed ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Roosevelt STAY HS Washington | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Bancroft ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Raymond ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Garrison ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Cleveland ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View Washington | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Ross ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 9.7 |
| Benjamin Banneker HS Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,555
Median Home Value
$727,800
Median Rent
$2,346/mo
Population
49,997
College Educated
83.9%
Homeownership
34.6%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
34.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights
What grades does Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights serve?
Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights?
Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights?
The student-teacher ratio at Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights rank in DC?
Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights ranks #119 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights's MySchoolScout rating?
Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights a charter school?
Yes, Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights a Title I school?
No, Appletree Early Learning Center Pcs - Columbia Heights is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 123
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 667-9490
Resources & Links
District
AppleTree Early Learning PCS- District Enrollment
- 576
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,644
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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