Excellent
#33 of 240 schools in DC
Top 13% in state
Dc Bilingual Pcs
Elementary School · DC Bilingual PCS
33 RIGGS ROAD NE, Washington, DC 20011
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#33 of 240
In Washington
#33 of 240
public schools
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Dc Bilingual Pcs
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About Dc Bilingual Pcs
Dc Bilingual Pcs is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of DC Bilingual PCS. Dc Bilingual Pcs serves approximately 579 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Dc Bilingual Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Dc Bilingual Pcs show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Dc Bilingual Pcs
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Dc Bilingual Pcs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dc Bilingual Pcs 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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Dc Bilingual Pcs — Students at Dc Bilingual Pcs score 43% 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 32 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: 7.6/10.
How Dc Bilingual Pcs Compares
See how Dc Bilingual Pcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
33 RIGGS ROAD NE, Washington, DC 20011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dc Bilingual Pcs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sela PCS (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LaSalle-Backus ES (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bridges PCS Washington | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Rocketship PCS - Infinity Community Prep Washington | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Social Justice PCS Washington | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Roots PCS Washington | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Washington Latin PCS - MS Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Washington Latin PCS - Upper School Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| LaSalle-Backus ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Sela PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Capital City PCS - Lower School Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Capital City PCS - MS Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Capital City PCS - HS Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Middle Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| CHRISTIAN FAMILY MONTESSORI Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| KIROV ACADEMY OF WASHINGTON D.C. Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Barnard ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Creative Minds International PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Washington Yu Ying PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ARCHBISHOP CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| KENNEDY INSTITUTE Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES Washington, DC | 8.3 |
| Marie Reed ES Washington, DC | 8.3 |
| Tyler ES Washington, DC | 8.3 |
| Two Rivers PCS - Young ES Washington, DC | 8.4 |
| Eaton ES Washington, DC | 8.2 |
| Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington, DC | 8.2 |
Compare Dc Bilingual Pcs with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareDc Bilingual Pcs vs Bridges PCSWashington, DC Peer score 6.1/10 -2.2 vs Dc Bilingual Pcs
- CompareDc Bilingual Pcs vs Two Rivers PCS - Young ESWashington, DC Peer score 8.4/10 +0.1 vs Dc Bilingual Pcs
- CompareDc Bilingual Pcs vs Roots PCSWashington, DC Peer score 5.0/10 -3.3 vs Dc Bilingual Pcs
- CompareDc Bilingual Pcs vs Hearst ESWashington, DC Peer score 9.4/10 +1.1 vs Dc Bilingual Pcs
- CompareDc Bilingual Pcs vs Thomson ESWashington, DC Peer score 7.0/10 -1.3 vs Dc Bilingual Pcs
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dc Bilingual Pcs
What grades does Dc Bilingual Pcs serve?
Dc Bilingual Pcs serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dc Bilingual Pcs?
Dc Bilingual Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 579 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dc Bilingual Pcs?
The student-teacher ratio at Dc Bilingual Pcs is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dc Bilingual Pcs rank in DC?
Dc Bilingual Pcs ranks #33 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Dc Bilingual Pcs's MySchoolScout rating?
Dc Bilingual Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Dc Bilingual Pcs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dc Bilingual Pcs has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dc Bilingual Pcs a charter school?
Yes, Dc Bilingual Pcs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Dc Bilingual Pcs a Title I school?
No, Dc Bilingual Pcs is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 579
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.4%
- Phone
- (202) 750-6674
Resources & Links
District
DC Bilingual PCS- District Enrollment
- 579
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,725
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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