Very Good
#80 of 240 schools in DC
Top 33% in state
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary
Elementary School · Friendship PCS
2959 CARLTON AVENUE NE, Washington, DC 20018
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#80 of 240
In Washington
#80 of 240
public schools
In district
#9 of 15
Friendship PCS
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary
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About Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Friendship PCS. Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #80 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International 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 - Woodridge International 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 - Woodridge International Elementary — Students at Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary score 21% 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 20 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: 8.0/10.
How Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary Compares
See how Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2959 CARLTON AVENUE NE, Washington, DC 20018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burroughs ES (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, KIPP DC - Connect Academy PCS (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,569
Median Home Value
$672,100
Median Rent
$1,245/mo
Population
19,956
College Educated
45.8%
Homeownership
54.2%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Early Childhood Academy PCS Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Thomson ES Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Excel Academy Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary Washington, DC | 7.1 |
| Garfield ES Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| SHERIDAN SCHOOL Washington, DC | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary serve?
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary?
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary rank in DC?
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary ranks #80 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 - Woodridge International Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International 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 - Woodridge International Elementary a Title I school?
No, Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 244
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.3%
- Phone
- (202) 635-6500
Resources & Links
District
Friendship PCS- District Enrollment
- 4,511
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,955
- District Rank
- #9 of 15
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