Average
#167 of 240 schools in DC
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle
Middle School · Friendship PCS
1345 POTOMAC AVENUE SE, Washington, DC 20003
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#167 of 240
In Washington
#167 of 240
public schools
In district
#13 of 15
Friendship PCS
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle
Middle School in Washington · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Elementary
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About Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle is a public middle school in Washington, DC, part of Friendship PCS. Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #167 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- DC avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle 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.
65% of students at Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle 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 - Chamberlain Middle — Students at Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle score 28% 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 28 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: 5.2/10.
How Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle Compares
See how Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1345 POTOMAC AVENUE SE, Washington, DC 20003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Eliot-Hine MS (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kramer MS (rated 3.6/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary Washington | 0.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Capitol Hill Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Tyler ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Payne ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| CAPITOL LEARNING ACADEMY Washington | 0.5 mi | — |
| Anacostia HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Kramer MS Washington | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Center City PCS - Capitol Hill Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Van Ness ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| St. Coletta Special Education PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Eastern HS Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Maury ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Ketcham ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Lawrence E. Boone ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Eliot-Hine MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Brent ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,604
Median Home Value
$954,200
Median Rent
$2,630/mo
Population
36,194
College Educated
80.8%
Homeownership
38.5%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
34.6
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| Capital City PCS - MS Washington, DC | 5.7 |
| Hart MS Washington, DC | 5.7 |
| Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS Washington, DC | 5.3 |
| Johnson MS Washington, DC | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle serve?
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle?
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle rank in DC?
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle ranks #167 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 - Chamberlain Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle a charter school?
Yes, Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle a Title I school?
No, Friendship Pcs - Chamberlain Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.0%
- Phone
- (202) 547-5800
Resources & Links
District
Friendship PCS- District Enrollment
- 4,511
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,955
- District Rank
- #13 of 15
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