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#14 of 240 schools in DC

Top 5% in state

Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs

Elementary School · Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS

200 DOUGLAS STREET NE, Washington, DC 20002

Charter

Enrollment

522

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#14 of 240

In Washington

#14 of 240

public schools

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs

8.8/10

Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lee Montessori Pcs - Brookland

7.5/10

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5.8/10

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About Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs

Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS. Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts above DC schools
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • DC avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Inspired Teaching Demonstration 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-0.14 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.1% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.7% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg+13.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.5 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (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+26.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,799
Chronic Absenteeism17%

Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs — Students at Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs score 51% 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 45.0% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
31.6% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 56.4% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
38.9% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 34 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2013
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
48%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
45.4%
ELA
55.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs Compares

See how Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
95th percentile in DC
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

Location

200 DOUGLAS STREET NE, Washington, DC 20002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Lee Montessori PCS - Brookland (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 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
Lee Montessori PCS - Brookland Washington 0.3 mi 7.5
Washington Leadership Academy PCS Washington 0.4 mi 5.8
DC Prep PCS - Edgewood MS Washington 0.4 mi 5.9
Capital Village PCS Washington 0.4 mi 5.7
DC Prep PCS - Edgewood ES Washington 0.4 mi 5.0
Washington Latin PCS - Anna Julia Cooper MS Washington 0.4 mi 9.3
Hope Community PCS - Tolson Washington 0.5 mi 3.4
Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence Washington 0.6 mi 6.7
McKinley Technology HS Washington 0.6 mi 6.9
McKinley MS Washington 0.6 mi 7.1
Langley ES Washington 0.7 mi 4.8
Noyes ES Washington 0.6 mi 6.3
Luke C. Moore HS Washington 0.8 mi 5.3
ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington 0.8 mi 5.6
Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington 1.1 mi 8.2
Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS Washington 0.9 mi 5.3
KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS Washington 1.1 mi 4.7
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland Washington 1.0 mi 7.1
Two Rivers PCS - 4th Street Washington 1.2 mi 5.8
Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy PCS Washington 1.0 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,482

Median Home Value

$813,700

Median Rent

$2,140/mo

Population

70,580

College Educated

69.8%

Homeownership

37.2%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

33.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs

What grades does Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs serve?

Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs?

Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs?

The student-teacher ratio at Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs rank in DC?

Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs ranks #14 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs's MySchoolScout rating?

Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

Is Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs a charter school?

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

Is Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs a Title I school?

No, Inspired Teaching Demonstration Pcs is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
71 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
90 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

District

Inspired Teaching Demonstration PCS
District Enrollment
522
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,799
District Rank
#1 of 1

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