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Very Good

#69 of 240 schools in DC

Top 28% in state

Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle

Middle School · Friendship PCS

645 MILWAUKEE PLACE SE, Washington, DC 20032

Charter

Enrollment

326

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#69 of 240

In Washington

#69 of 240

public schools

In district

#6 of 15

Friendship PCS

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle

7.2/10

Middle School in Washington · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary

4.9/10

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Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory HS

7.0/10

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About Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle

Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle is a public middle school in Washington, DC, part of Friendship PCS. Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • DC avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Friendship Pcs - Southeast 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.

53% of students at Friendship Pcs - Southeast 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+1.02 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.9Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.7% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.7% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg-14.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.8 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING), Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
vs. Expected+5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,955
Chronic Absenteeism52.8%

Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle — Students at Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 15.7% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
30.8% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 34.3% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
39.9% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 18 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2018
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
6%
ELA
19%
2025
Math
18.6%
ELA
39.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle Compares

See how Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
72th percentile in DC
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.8%

Location

645 MILWAUKEE PLACE SE, Washington, DC 20032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Hart MS (rated 5.7/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, KIPP DC - Honor Academy PCS (rated 5.2/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary Washington 0.0 mi 4.9
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
Ballou HS Washington 0.7 mi 5.8
Ballou STAY HS Washington 0.7 mi 4.1
Hart MS Washington 0.7 mi 5.7
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 0.8 mi 6.9
Johnson MS Washington 0.8 mi 5.2
Achievement Preparatory Academy PCS - Wahler Place ES Washington 1.0 mi 6.6
Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Johenning Washington 1.0 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle

What grades does Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle serve?

Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle?

Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle rank in DC?

Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle ranks #69 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

Is Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle a charter school?

Yes, Friendship Pcs - Southeast 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 - Southeast Middle a Title I school?

No, Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
73 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.8%

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