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#118 of 240 schools in DC
Top 49% in state
E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS
High School · E.L. Haynes PCS
4501 KANSAS AVENUE NW, Washington, DC 20011
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#118 of 240
In Washington
#118 of 240
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
E.L. Haynes PCS
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E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS
High School in Washington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS
E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS is a public high school in Washington, DC, part of E.L. Haynes PCS.
E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. E.l.
Haynes Pcs - HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #118 of 240 schools in DC. Structured state assessment records for E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- DC avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS 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.
54% of students at E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS 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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E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS — Students at E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS score 21% 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 19 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: 4.0/10.
How E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS Compares
See how E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4501 KANSAS AVENUE NW, Washington, DC 20011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Washington Latin PCS - Upper School (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIROV ACADEMY OF WASHINGTON D.C. (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roosevelt HS (rated 4.6/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E.L. Haynes PCS - ES Washington | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Center City PCS - Petworth Washington | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF D.C. Washington | 0.3 mi | — |
| Barnard ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MacFarland MS Washington | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Roosevelt HS Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| CHRISTIAN FAMILY MONTESSORI Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Truesdell ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Powell ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Raymond ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View Washington | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| John Lewis ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Creative Minds International PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Washington Latin PCS - MS Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Washington Latin PCS - Upper School Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| KIROV ACADEMY OF WASHINGTON D.C. Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Paul PCS - MS Washington | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
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
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|---|---|
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS
What grades does E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS serve?
E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS?
E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS?
The student-teacher ratio at E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS rank in DC?
E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS ranks #118 of 240 schools in DC.
What is E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS's MySchoolScout rating?
E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
Is E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS a charter school?
Yes, E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS a Title I school?
No, E.l. Haynes Pcs - HS is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 439
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.0%
- Phone
- (202) 667-4446
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
- % meeting SAT college-ready benchmark (DC OSSE Report Card SY2024-25)
- 14.9%
Resources & Links
District
E.L. Haynes PCS- District Enrollment
- 1,173
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,176
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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