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#213 of 240 schools in DC

Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs

Middle School · KIPP DC PCS

421 P STREET NW, Washington, DC 20001

Charter

Enrollment

323

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

4.3

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#213 of 240

In Washington

#213 of 240

public schools

In district

#15 of 20

KIPP DC PCS

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Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs

4.3/10

Middle School in Washington · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Kipp Dc - Grow Academy Pcs

6.5/10

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3.8/10

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About Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs

Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs is a public middle school in Washington, DC, part of KIPP DC PCS. Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #213 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • DC avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Kipp Dc - Will 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.

49% of students at Kipp Dc - Will 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 Progress2.4Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.2% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.4% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg-15.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.1 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (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-6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,700
Chronic Absenteeism48.6%

Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs — Students at Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs score 18% 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 38.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
29.8% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 35.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.4% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
26%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
26%
2025
Math
17.4%
ELA
18.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.

How Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
12th percentile in DC
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.6%

Location

421 P STREET NW, Washington, DC 20001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle (rated 7.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS (rated 5.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS Washington 0.0 mi 6.5
KIPP DC - Lead Academy PCS Washington 0.0 mi 3.8
Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary Washington 0.3 mi 7.1
Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle Washington 0.3 mi 7.6
Center City PCS - Shaw Washington 0.3 mi 6.2
Dunbar HS Washington 0.3 mi 4.5
Cleveland ES Washington 0.4 mi 4.5
Seaton ES Washington 0.4 mi 7.5
Walker-Jones Education Campus Washington 0.5 mi 5.5
Benjamin Banneker HS Washington 0.4 mi 8.2
Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington 0.4 mi 8.2
Roosevelt STAY HS Washington 0.7 mi 3.0
Garrison ES Washington 0.6 mi 9.1
GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington 0.7 mi 3.4
Girls Global Academy PCS Washington 0.8 mi 6.5
Thomson ES Washington 0.7 mi 7.0
Howard University MS of Mathematics and Science PCS Washington 0.9 mi 5.3
Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence Washington 0.7 mi 6.7
Langley ES Washington 0.7 mi 4.8
McKinley Technology HS Washington 0.8 mi 6.9

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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KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS Washington, DC 4.4
Kelly Miller MS Washington, DC 3.9
E.L. Haynes PCS - MS Washington, DC 4.9
Kramer MS Washington, DC 3.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs

What grades does Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs serve?

Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs?

Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

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

Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs ranks #213 of 240 schools in DC.

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

Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 - Will Academy Pcs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs a charter school?

Yes, Kipp Dc - Will 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 - Will Academy Pcs a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
83 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
90 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.6%

District

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

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