Average
#164 of 240 schools in DC
Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs
Middle School · KIPP DC PCS
5300 BLAINE STREET NE, Washington, DC 20019
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#164 of 240
In Washington
#164 of 240
public schools
In district
#8 of 20
KIPP DC PCS
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs
Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs is a public middle school in Washington, DC, part of KIPP DC PCS. Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #164 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- DC avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Kipp Dc - Valor 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.
65% of students at Kipp Dc - Valor 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
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Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs — Students at Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs score 12% 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 21 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs Compares
See how Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5300 BLAINE STREET NE, Washington, DC 20019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS (rated 4.4/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Kelly Miller MS (rated 3.9/10, 0.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS Washington | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| DC Scholars PCS Washington | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Maya Angelou PCS - HS Washington | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| H.D. Woodson HS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Drew ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| THE MONROE SCHOOL Washington | 0.4 mi | — |
| Kelly Miller MS Washington | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Nalle ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| C.W. Harris ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Burrville ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| DC Wildflower PCS - The Riverseed School Washington | 0.6 mi | — |
| KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| KIPP DC - LEAP Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS Washington | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Smothers ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Houston ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Plummer ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Capitol Heights Elementary Capitol Heights | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,031
Median Home Value
$437,600
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
64,365
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.9%
Median Age
33.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs
What grades does Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs serve?
Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs?
Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs?
The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs rank in DC?
Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs ranks #164 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs's MySchoolScout rating?
Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 - Valor Academy Pcs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs a charter school?
Yes, Kipp Dc - Valor 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 - Valor Academy Pcs a Title I school?
No, Kipp Dc - Valor Academy Pcs is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.6%
- Phone
- (202) 398-6811
Resources & Links
District
KIPP DC PCS- District Enrollment
- 7,323
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,700
- District Rank
- #8 of 20
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