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Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs

Elementary School · KIPP DC PCS

1375 MOUNT OLIVET ROAD NE, Washington, DC 20002

Charter

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

3.9

Grades

1st – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#227 of 240

In Washington

#227 of 240

public schools

In district

#17 of 20

KIPP DC PCS

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Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs

3.9/10

Elementary School in Washington · grades 1st – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Kipp Dc - Connect Academy Pcs

6.5/10

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Kipp Dc - Northeast Academy Pcs

5.2/10

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About Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs

Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of KIPP DC PCS. Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • DC avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Kipp Dc - Spring 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.

48% of students at Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs 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 Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-4.03 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.2% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.8% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg-13.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (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-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,700
Chronic Absenteeism48.4%

Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs — Students at Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs score 20% 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 41.0% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
33.3% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 22.8% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
37.8% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 16 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2016
Math
67%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2025
Math
22.6%
ELA
19.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.9/10.

How Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs Compares

See how Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
6th percentile in DC
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.4%

Location

1375 MOUNT OLIVET ROAD NE, Washington, DC 20002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School-Within-School at Goding (rated 9.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Two Rivers PCS - Young ES (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Friendship PCS - Blow Pierce Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP DC - Connect Academy PCS Washington 0.0 mi 6.5
KIPP DC - Northeast Academy PCS Washington 0.0 mi 5.2
NEW BEGINNINGS VOCATIONAL PROGRAM LLC Washington 0.5 mi
Wheatley Education Campus Washington 0.4 mi 5.7
MODEL SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Washington 0.5 mi 8.7
Center City PCS - Trinidad Washington 0.5 mi 5.1
Miner ES Washington 0.7 mi 4.5
Friendship PCS - Blow Pierce Middle Washington 0.7 mi 7.1
Friendship PCS - Blow Pierce Elementary Washington 0.7 mi 6.8
Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering HS Washington 0.6 mi 6.2
Monument Academy PCS Washington 0.8 mi 5.9
Browne Education Campus Washington 0.7 mi 6.2
Two Rivers PCS - Young ES Washington 0.7 mi 8.4
Two Rivers PCS - Young MS Washington 0.7 mi 4.3
Kingsman Academy PCS Washington 0.8 mi 5.1
KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS Washington 0.7 mi 4.7
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Oklahoma Avenue Washington 1.0 mi 6.2
Eliot-Hine MS Washington 1.0 mi 6.7
School-Within-School at Goding Washington 0.9 mi 9.6
J.O. Wilson ES Washington 0.9 mi 5.4

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 Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs

What grades does Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs serve?

Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs serves students in grades 1st through 4th.

How many students attend Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs?

Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs?

The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs rank in DC?

Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs ranks #227 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs's MySchoolScout rating?

Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs a charter school?

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

Is Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs a Title I school?

No, Kipp Dc - Spring Academy Pcs is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
76 Very Walkable
Transit Score
61 Good Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.4%

District

KIPP DC PCS
District Enrollment
7,323
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,700
District Rank
#17 of 20

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