Very Good
#65 of 240 schools in DC
Top 27% in state
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle
Middle School · Friendship PCS
2959 CARLTON AVENUE NE, Washington, DC 20018
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#65 of 240
In Washington
#65 of 240
public schools
In district
#5 of 15
Friendship PCS
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle
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About Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle is a public middle school in Washington, DC, part of Friendship PCS. Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- DC avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle 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 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 - Woodridge International 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 - Woodridge International Middle — Students at Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle score 37% 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 28 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: 8.9/10.
How Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle Compares
See how Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle 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 Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. The Sojourner Truth School PCS (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burroughs ES (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 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 |
|---|---|
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle Washington, DC | 7.6 |
| Friendship PCS - Ideal Middle Washington, DC | 7.6 |
| Friendship PCS - Blow Pierce Middle Washington, DC | 7.1 |
| McKinley MS Washington, DC | 7.1 |
| Washington Global PCS Washington, DC | 8.1 |
| DC Prep PCS - Anacostia MS Washington, DC | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle serve?
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle?
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle is 7.6:1. 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 Middle rank in DC?
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle ranks #65 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International Middle a charter school?
Yes, Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International 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 - Woodridge International Middle a Title I school?
No, Friendship Pcs - Woodridge International 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
- 214
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.9%
- Phone
- (202) 635-6500
Resources & Links
District
Friendship PCS- District Enrollment
- 4,511
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,955
- District Rank
- #5 of 15
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