Below Average
#209 of 240 schools in DC
Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill
Elementary School · Center City PCS
1503 EAST CAPITOL STREET SE, Washington, DC 20003
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#209 of 240
In Washington
#209 of 240
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Center City PCS
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Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill
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 - Capitol Hill
Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Center City PCS. Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill 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.
64% of students at Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill — Students at Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill Compares
See how Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1503 EAST CAPITOL STREET SE, Washington, DC 20003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School-Within-School at Goding (rated 9.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maury ES (rated 9.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Payne ES (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,604
Median Home Value
$954,200
Median Rent
$2,630/mo
Population
36,194
College Educated
80.8%
Homeownership
38.5%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
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| Cleveland ES Washington, DC | 4.5 |
| Simon ES Washington, DC | 4.5 |
| Ketcham ES Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| Savoy ES Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| Smothers ES Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| Lee Montessori PCS - East End Washington, DC | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill
What grades does Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill serve?
Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill?
Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill?
The student-teacher ratio at Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill is 11.9:1. 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 - Capitol Hill rank in DC?
Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill ranks #209 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill's MySchoolScout rating?
Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 - Capitol Hill?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill a charter school?
Yes, Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill 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 - Capitol Hill a Title I school?
No, Center City Pcs - Capitol Hill 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
- 215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.7%
- Phone
- (202) 547-7556
Resources & Links
District
Center City PCS- District Enrollment
- 1,360
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,018
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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