Below Average
#189 of 240 schools in DC
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary
Elementary School · Friendship PCS
645 MILWAUKEE PLACE SE, Washington, DC 20032
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#189 of 240
In Washington
#189 of 240
public schools
In district
#14 of 15
Friendship PCS
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Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Friendship PCS. Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Friendship Pcs - Southeast 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.
44% of students at Friendship Pcs - Southeast 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 - Southeast Elementary — Students at Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary score 17% 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: 4.7/10.
How Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary Compares
See how Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
645 MILWAUKEE PLACE SE, Washington, DC 20032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Center City PCS - Congress Heights (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Friendship PCS - Southeast Middle Washington | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Friendship PCS - Technology Preparatory HS Washington | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| King ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| KIPP DC - Honor Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP DC - Pride Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Eagle Academy PCS - Congress Heights Washington | 0.6 mi | 2.2 |
| Center City PCS - Congress Heights Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Hart MS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Ballou HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Ballou STAY HS Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Bard HS Early College DC (Bard DC) Washington | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS Washington | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Simon ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Excel Academy Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Johnson MS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Achievement Preparatory Academy PCS - Wahler Place ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,146
Median Home Value
$391,400
Median Rent
$1,285/mo
Population
38,828
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
22.4%
Avg Commute
36.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Plummer ES Washington, DC | 4.9 |
| Thomas ES Washington, DC | 4.9 |
| Burrville ES Washington, DC | 5.0 |
| DC Prep PCS - Edgewood ES Washington, DC | 5.0 |
| Leckie Education Campus Washington, DC | 5.0 |
| Houston ES Washington, DC | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary serve?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary rank in DC?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary ranks #189 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 - Southeast Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Friendship Pcs - Southeast 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 - Southeast Elementary a Title I school?
No, Friendship Pcs - Southeast 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
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.5%
- Phone
- (202) 562-1980
Resources & Links
District
Friendship PCS- District Enrollment
- 4,511
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,955
- District Rank
- #14 of 15
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