Very Good
#57 of 240 schools in DC
Top 23% in state
Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle
Middle School · Friendship PCS
6130 NORTH CAPITOL STREET NW, Washington, DC 20011
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#57 of 240
In Washington
#57 of 240
public schools
In district
#4 of 15
Friendship PCS
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle
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About Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle
Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle is a public middle school in Washington, DC, part of Friendship PCS. Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle serves approximately 172 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- DC avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 172 students, Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Friendship Pcs - Ideal 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.
59% of students at Friendship Pcs - Ideal 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 - Ideal Middle — Students at Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle score 29% 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 14 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle Compares
See how Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6130 NORTH CAPITOL STREET NW, Washington, DC 20011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ida B. Wells MS (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Social Justice PCS (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Washington Latin PCS - MS (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 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 - Ideal Elementary Washington | 0.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Sela PCS Washington | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Capital City PCS - Lower School Washington | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Capital City PCS - MS Washington | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Capital City PCS - HS Washington | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Roots PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Whittier ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Ida B. Wells MS Washington | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Breakthrough Montessori PCS Washington | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Coolidge HS Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| DC Bilingual PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| LaSalle-Backus ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Washington Latin PCS - MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Washington Latin PCS - Upper School Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Bridges PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Rocketship PCS - Infinity Community Prep Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Social Justice PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Paul PCS - MS Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Paul PCS - International HS Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Takoma ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,377
Median Home Value
$722,200
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
66,951
College Educated
54.7%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle Washington, DC | 7.6 |
| Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Middle Washington, DC | 7.4 |
| Social Justice PCS Washington, DC | 7.2 |
| WASHINGTON JESUIT ACADEMY Washington, DC | 7.2 |
| Friendship PCS - Blow Pierce Middle Washington, DC | 7.1 |
| Washington Global PCS Washington, DC | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle serve?
Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle?
Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle rank in DC?
Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle ranks #57 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 - Ideal Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Friendship Pcs - Ideal Middle a charter school?
Yes, Friendship Pcs - Ideal 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 - Ideal Middle a Title I school?
No, Friendship Pcs - Ideal 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
- 172
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.7%
- Phone
- (202) 518-3928
Resources & Links
District
Friendship PCS- District Enrollment
- 4,511
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,955
- District Rank
- #4 of 15
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