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#192 of 240 schools in DC

E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS

Middle School · E.L. Haynes PCS

3600 GEORGIA AVENUE NW, Washington, DC 20010

Charter

Enrollment

377

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

4.9

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#192 of 240

In Washington

#192 of 240

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

E.L. Haynes PCS

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS

4.9/10

Middle School in Washington · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Raymond ES

6.7/10

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9.1/10

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About E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS

E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS is a public middle school in Washington, DC, part of E.L. Haynes PCS.

E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. E.l.

Haynes Pcs - MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 240 schools in DC. Structured state assessment records for E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below DC schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • DC avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS 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 E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.4% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency22.1% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg-10.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.7 pts
Overall Proficiency20% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING), Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,176
Chronic Absenteeism35%

E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS — Students at E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
29.1% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.2% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 32 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
24%
2025
Math
17.3%
ELA
22.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.

How E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS Compares

See how E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
20th percentile in DC
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.0%

Location

3600 GEORGIA AVENUE NW, Washington, DC 20010

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MacFarland MS (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS (rated 5.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Raymond ES Washington 0.1 mi 6.7
Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View Washington 0.2 mi 9.1
Tubman ES Washington 0.4 mi 5.7
THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF D.C. Washington 0.6 mi
MacFarland MS Washington 0.7 mi 7.8
Roosevelt HS Washington 0.7 mi 4.6
Center City PCS - Petworth Washington 0.7 mi 5.9
Powell ES Washington 0.6 mi 7.5
School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens Washington 0.7 mi 7.9
Dorothy I. Height ES Washington 0.7 mi 8.7
E.L. Haynes PCS - HS Washington 0.8 mi 6.3
E.L. Haynes PCS - ES Washington 0.8 mi 7.1
Columbia Heights Education Campus Washington 0.7 mi 6.4
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights Washington 0.8 mi 6.3
Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS Washington 0.8 mi 5.3
Cardozo Education Campus Washington 0.9 mi 4.6
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Washington 0.7 mi 4.2
MYSA SCHOOL Washington 0.8 mi
Barnard ES Washington 1.0 mi 6.9
Creative Minds International PCS Washington 0.9 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,260

Median Home Value

$868,400

Median Rent

$1,815/mo

Population

31,591

College Educated

67.3%

Homeownership

39.9%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

32.9

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Johnson MS Washington, DC 5.2
KIPP DC - Honor Academy PCS Washington, DC 5.2
KIPP DC - Northeast Academy PCS Washington, DC 5.2
Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS Washington, DC 5.3
KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS Washington, DC 4.4
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle Washington, DC 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS

What grades does E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS serve?

E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS?

E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS?

The student-teacher ratio at E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS is 11.8:1. 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 - MS rank in DC?

E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS ranks #192 of 240 schools in DC.

What is E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS's MySchoolScout rating?

E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 - MS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS a charter school?

Yes, E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS 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 - MS a Title I school?

No, E.l. Haynes Pcs - MS is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
96 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
75 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
90 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.0%

District

E.L. Haynes PCS
District Enrollment
1,173
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,176
District Rank
#3 of 3

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