Very Good
#76 of 240 schools in DC
Top 31% in state
Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary
Elementary School · Friendship PCS
111 O STREET NW, Washington, DC 20001
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#76 of 240
In Washington
#76 of 240
public schools
In district
#8 of 15
Friendship PCS
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary
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About Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary
Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Friendship PCS. Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #76 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary 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.
47% of students at Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary 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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Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary — Students at Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary score 20% 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 16 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: 8.4/10.
How Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary Compares
See how Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
111 O STREET NW, Washington, DC 20001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook (rated 8.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seaton ES (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle Washington | 0.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Dunbar HS Washington | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Walker-Jones Education Campus Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| KIPP DC - Lead Academy PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Center City PCS - Shaw Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Langley ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| McKinley Technology HS Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| McKinley MS Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Cleveland ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Seaton ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Benjamin Banneker HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Two Rivers PCS - 4th Street Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Girls Global Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Capitol Hill Montessori School at Logan Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$138,730
Median Home Value
$844,500
Median Rent
$2,464/mo
Population
44,022
College Educated
77.7%
Homeownership
33.8%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Early Childhood Academy PCS Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Elementary Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Thomson ES Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Rocketship PCS - Infinity Community Prep Washington, DC | 7.2 |
| Excel Academy Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Garfield ES Washington, DC | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary serve?
Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary?
Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary rank in DC?
Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary ranks #76 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary a Title I school?
No, Friendship Pcs - Armstrong Elementary 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
- 245
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.3%
- Phone
- (202) 518-3928
Resources & Links
District
Friendship PCS- District Enrollment
- 4,511
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,955
- District Rank
- #8 of 15
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