Excellent
#34 of 240 schools in DC
Top 14% in state
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES
Elementary School · DC Prep PCS
1409 V STREET SE, Washington, DC 20020
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#34 of 240
In Washington
#34 of 240
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
DC Prep PCS
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of DC Prep PCS. Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES 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.
36% of students at Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES 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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Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES — Students at Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES score 24% 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 6 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES Compares
See how Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1409 V STREET SE, Washington, DC 20020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Moten ES (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ketcham ES Washington | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Anacostia HS Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Kramer MS Washington | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia MS Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Moten ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Savoy ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Excel Academy Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Lawrence E. Boone ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Lee Montessori PCS - East End Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Johnson MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Rocketship PCS - Rise Academy Washington | 0.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Cedar Tree Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Stanton ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Capitol Hill Washington | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,015
Median Home Value
$442,500
Median Rent
$1,317/mo
Population
53,885
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
30.9%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
27.4%
Median Age
33.3
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|---|---|
| DC Bilingual PCS Washington, DC | 8.3 |
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| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES
What grades does Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES serve?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES rank in DC?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES ranks #34 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES 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 Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES a charter school?
Yes, Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES a Title I school?
No, Dc Prep Pcs - Anacostia ES is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 423
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.4%
- Phone
- (202) 729-3500
Resources & Links
District
DC Prep PCS- District Enrollment
- 2,144
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,080
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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