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#166 of 240 schools in DC
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy
High School · Friendship PCS
4095 MINNESOTA AVENUE NE, Washington, DC 20019
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#166 of 240
In Washington
#166 of 240
public schools
In district
#12 of 15
Friendship PCS
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Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy
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About Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is a public high school in Washington, DC, part of Friendship PCS. Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy serves approximately 715 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #166 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- DC avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy 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.
46% of students at Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy 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 - Collegiate Academy — Students at Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy score 16% 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 26 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: 3.6/10.
How Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy Compares
See how Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy 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
4095 MINNESOTA AVENUE NE, Washington, DC 20019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ron Brown College Preparatory HS (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy (rated 6.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, The SEED PCS of Washington DC (rated 4.3/10, 0.7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Global Citizens PCS Washington | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning MS Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Thomas ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Smothers ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| The SEED PCS of Washington DC Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| IDEA PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| River Terrace Education Campus Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Lorraine H. Whitlock ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Plummer ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| CORNERSTONE SCHOOLS-WASHINGTON Washington | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Kelly Miller MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Sousa MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Ron Brown College Preparatory HS Washington | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| THE MONROE SCHOOL Washington | 0.9 mi | — |
| Houston ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Kimball ES Washington | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| MUHAMMAD UNIVERSITY OF ISLAM Washington | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Nalle ES Washington | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,031
Median Home Value
$437,600
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
64,365
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.9%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ballou HS Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| H.D. Woodson HS Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts Washington, DC | 5.9 |
| Eastern HS Washington, DC | 5.9 |
| Goodwill Excel Center PCS Washington, DC | 5.1 |
| KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS Washington, DC | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy serve?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy has an enrollment of approximately 715 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy rank in DC?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy ranks #166 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy 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 - Collegiate Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy a charter school?
Yes, Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy a Title I school?
No, Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 715
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (202) 396-5500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
- % meeting SAT college-ready benchmark (DC OSSE Report Card SY2024-25)
- 4.0%
Resources & Links
District
Friendship PCS- District Enrollment
- 4,511
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,955
- District Rank
- #12 of 15
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