Average
#91 of 240 schools in DC
Top 38% in state
Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary
Elementary School · Friendship PCS
725 19TH STREET NE, Washington, DC 20002
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#91 of 240
In Washington
#91 of 240
public schools
In district
#11 of 15
Friendship PCS
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary
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About Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary
Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Friendship PCS. Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce 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.
41% of students at Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce 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 - Blow Pierce Elementary — Students at Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary score 19% 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 20 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: 7.7/10.
How Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary Compares
See how Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
725 19TH STREET NE, Washington, DC 20002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maury ES (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Payne ES (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Two Rivers PCS - Young ES (rated 8.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,482
Median Home Value
$813,700
Median Rent
$2,140/mo
Population
70,580
College Educated
69.8%
Homeownership
37.2%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| C.W. Harris ES Washington, DC | 6.8 |
| Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence Washington, DC | 6.7 |
| Patterson ES Washington, DC | 6.7 |
| Excel Academy Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Garfield ES Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| SHERIDAN SCHOOL Washington, DC | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary serve?
Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary?
Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary rank in DC?
Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary ranks #91 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 - Blow Pierce Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce 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 - Blow Pierce Elementary a Title I school?
No, Friendship Pcs - Blow Pierce 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
- 273
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (202) 572-1070
Resources & Links
District
Friendship PCS- District Enrollment
- 4,511
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,955
- District Rank
- #11 of 15
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