Very Good
#84 of 240 schools in DC
Top 35% in state
Early Childhood Academy Pcs
Elementary School · Early Childhood Academy PCS
885 BARNABY STREET SE, Washington, DC 20032
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#84 of 240
In Washington
#84 of 240
public schools
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Early Childhood Academy Pcs
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Early Childhood Academy Pcs
Early Childhood Academy Pcs is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Early Childhood Academy PCS. Early Childhood Academy Pcs serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Early Childhood Academy Pcs show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Early Childhood Academy 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.
35% of students at Early Childhood Academy Pcs 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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Early Childhood Academy Pcs — Students at Early Childhood Academy Pcs score 36% 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 24 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: 7.3/10.
How Early Childhood Academy Pcs Compares
See how Early Childhood Academy Pcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
885 BARNABY STREET SE, Washington, DC 20032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Academy Pcs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center City PCS - Congress Heights (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Achievement Preparatory Academy PCS - Wahler Place ES (rated 6.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Achievement Preparatory Academy PCS - Wahler Place ES Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Hart MS Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Hendley ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Eagle Academy PCS - Congress Heights Washington | 0.6 mi | 2.2 |
| Simon ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| KIPP DC - Honor Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP DC - Pride Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ST THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Ballou HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Ballou STAY HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| King ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Malcolm X ES at Green Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Ingenuity Prep PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Statesmen College Preparatory Academy for Boys PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Glassmanor Elementary Oxon Hill | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Bard HS Early College DC (Bard DC) Washington | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Center City PCS - Congress Heights Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,146
Median Home Value
$391,400
Median Rent
$1,285/mo
Population
38,828
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
22.4%
Avg Commute
36.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Elementary Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Thomson ES Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Excel Academy Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary Washington, DC | 7.1 |
| Garfield ES Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| SHERIDAN SCHOOL Washington, DC | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Early Childhood Academy Pcs
What grades does Early Childhood Academy Pcs serve?
Early Childhood Academy Pcs serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Early Childhood Academy Pcs?
Early Childhood Academy Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Academy Pcs?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Academy Pcs is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Early Childhood Academy Pcs rank in DC?
Early Childhood Academy Pcs ranks #84 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Early Childhood Academy Pcs's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Early Childhood Academy Pcs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Early Childhood Academy Pcs has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Early Childhood Academy Pcs a charter school?
Yes, Early Childhood Academy Pcs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Early Childhood Academy Pcs a Title I school?
No, Early Childhood Academy Pcs 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
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (202) 373-0035
Resources & Links
District
Early Childhood Academy PCS- District Enrollment
- 247
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,064
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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