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Top 44% in state

Girls Global Academy Pcs

High School · Girls Global Academy PCS

733 8TH STREET NW, Washington, DC 20001

Charter

Enrollment

210

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#107 of 240

In Washington

#107 of 240

public schools

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Girls Global Academy Pcs

6.5/10

High School in Washington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.6/10

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About Girls Global Academy Pcs

Girls Global Academy Pcs is a public high school in Washington, DC, part of Girls Global Academy PCS. Girls Global Academy Pcs serves approximately 210 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Girls Global Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #107 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Girls Global Academy Pcs show 3% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above DC schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • DC avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Girls Global Academy Pcs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Girls Global Academy Pcs 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-0.27 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.2% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (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-9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
College Readiness3.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,730

Girls Global Academy Pcs — Students at Girls Global Academy Pcs score 14% proficient, which is below 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 2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.6% (multi-year average, 2022-2025)
School
State
37.8% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 3 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
27%
2025
ELA
26.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Girls Global Academy Pcs Compares

See how Girls Global Academy Pcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
56th percentile in DC
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Sports
6
0 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Athletics6sports offered
0 boys'·6 girls'·6 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

733 8TH STREET NW, Washington, DC 20001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Girls Global Academy Pcs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BASIS DC PCS (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Benjamin Banneker HS (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
BASIS DC PCS Washington 0.3 mi 8.6
TEMPLETON ACADEMY Washington 0.3 mi 5.8
Thomson ES Washington 0.4 mi 7.0
Center City PCS - Shaw Washington 0.6 mi 6.2
SMITHSONIAN EARLY ENRICHMENT CENTER Washington 0.6 mi
Walker-Jones Education Campus Washington 0.6 mi 5.5
Seaton ES Washington 0.8 mi 7.5
KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS Washington 0.8 mi 4.3
KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS Washington 0.8 mi 6.5
KIPP DC - Lead Academy PCS Washington 0.8 mi 3.8
Dunbar HS Washington 0.8 mi 4.5
Benjamin Banneker HS Washington 0.9 mi 8.2
GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington 0.7 mi 3.4
Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary Washington 0.8 mi 7.1
Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle Washington 0.8 mi 7.6
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Southwest Washington 1.0 mi 6.3
Washington Global PCS Washington 1.1 mi 8.1
Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts Washington 1.1 mi 6.3
Garrison ES Washington 1.0 mi 9.1
Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington 1.0 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,730

Median Home Value

$844,500

Median Rent

$2,464/mo

Population

44,022

College Educated

77.7%

Homeownership

33.8%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

32.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Girls Global Academy Pcs

What grades does Girls Global Academy Pcs serve?

Girls Global Academy Pcs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Girls Global Academy Pcs?

Girls Global Academy Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 210 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Girls Global Academy Pcs?

The student-teacher ratio at Girls Global Academy Pcs is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Girls Global Academy Pcs rank in DC?

Girls Global Academy Pcs ranks #107 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Girls Global Academy Pcs's MySchoolScout rating?

Girls Global Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Girls Global Academy Pcs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Girls Global Academy Pcs has 3% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).

Is Girls Global Academy Pcs a charter school?

Yes, Girls Global Academy Pcs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Girls Global Academy Pcs a Title I school?

No, Girls Global Academy Pcs is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia

District

Girls Global Academy PCS
District Enrollment
210
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$37,730
District Rank
#1 of 1

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