Excellent
#45 of 240 schools in DC
Top 18% in state
Center City Pcs - Brightwood
Elementary School · Center City PCS
6008 GEORGIA AVENUE NW, Washington, DC 20011
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#45 of 240
In Washington
#45 of 240
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Center City PCS
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Center City Pcs - Brightwood
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Center City Pcs - Brightwood
Center City Pcs - Brightwood is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Center City PCS. Center City Pcs - Brightwood serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Center City Pcs - Brightwood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #45 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Center City Pcs - Brightwood show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Center City Pcs - Brightwood 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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Center City Pcs - Brightwood — Students at Center City Pcs - Brightwood score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 38 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Center City Pcs - Brightwood Compares
See how Center City Pcs - Brightwood performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6008 GEORGIA AVENUE NW, Washington, DC 20011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center City Pcs - Brightwood may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whittier ES (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is John Lewis ES (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MILTON GOTTESMAN JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF THE NATION'S (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brightwood ES Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Paul PCS - MS Washington | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Paul PCS - International HS Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Military Road Early Learning Center Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Friendship PCS - Online Academy Washington | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| MILTON GOTTESMAN JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF THE NATION'S Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Ida B. Wells MS Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Whittier ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Coolidge HS Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Truesdell ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| District of Columbia International School Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| John Lewis ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Takoma ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Capital City PCS - Lower School Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Capital City PCS - MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Capital City PCS - HS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Washington Latin PCS - MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Washington Latin PCS - Upper School Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Breakthrough Montessori PCS Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,377
Median Home Value
$722,200
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
66,951
College Educated
54.7%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary Washington, DC | 8.1 |
| Key ES Washington, DC | 8.1 |
| LaSalle-Backus ES Washington, DC | 8.1 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary Washington, DC | 8.2 |
| LOWELL SCHOOL Washington, DC | 8.3 |
| Global Citizens PCS Washington, DC | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center City Pcs - Brightwood
What grades does Center City Pcs - Brightwood serve?
Center City Pcs - Brightwood serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Center City Pcs - Brightwood?
Center City Pcs - Brightwood has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Center City Pcs - Brightwood?
The student-teacher ratio at Center City Pcs - Brightwood is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Center City Pcs - Brightwood rank in DC?
Center City Pcs - Brightwood ranks #45 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Center City Pcs - Brightwood's MySchoolScout rating?
Center City Pcs - Brightwood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Center City Pcs - Brightwood?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Center City Pcs - Brightwood has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Center City Pcs - Brightwood a charter school?
Yes, Center City Pcs - Brightwood is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Center City Pcs - Brightwood a Title I school?
No, Center City Pcs - Brightwood is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 261
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.3%
- Phone
- (202) 723-3322
Resources & Links
District
Center City PCS- District Enrollment
- 1,360
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,018
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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