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#157 of 240 schools in DC
Perry Street Preparatory Pcs
Elementary School · Perry Street Preparatory PCS
1800 PERRY STREET NE, Washington, DC 20018
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#157 of 240
In Washington
#157 of 240
public schools
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Perry Street Preparatory Pcs
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About Perry Street Preparatory Pcs
Perry Street Preparatory Pcs is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Perry Street Preparatory PCS. Perry Street Preparatory Pcs serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Perry Street Preparatory Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Perry Street Preparatory Pcs show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Perry Street Preparatory 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.
33% of students at Perry Street Preparatory 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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Perry Street Preparatory Pcs — Students at Perry Street Preparatory Pcs score 19% 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 36 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.
How Perry Street Preparatory Pcs Compares
See how Perry Street Preparatory Pcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1800 PERRY STREET NE, Washington, DC 20018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Perry Street Preparatory Pcs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burroughs ES (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - Calle Ocho (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,569
Median Home Value
$672,100
Median Rent
$1,245/mo
Population
19,956
College Educated
45.8%
Homeownership
54.2%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
39.7
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| Tubman ES Washington, DC | 5.7 |
| Wheatley Education Campus Washington, DC | 5.7 |
| Creative Minds International PCS Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| Kimball ES Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| Randle Highlands ES Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| Two Rivers PCS - 4th Street Washington, DC | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Perry Street Preparatory Pcs
What grades does Perry Street Preparatory Pcs serve?
Perry Street Preparatory Pcs serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Perry Street Preparatory Pcs?
Perry Street Preparatory Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Perry Street Preparatory Pcs?
The student-teacher ratio at Perry Street Preparatory Pcs is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Perry Street Preparatory Pcs rank in DC?
Perry Street Preparatory Pcs ranks #157 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Perry Street Preparatory Pcs's MySchoolScout rating?
Perry Street Preparatory Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Perry Street Preparatory Pcs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Perry Street Preparatory Pcs has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Perry Street Preparatory Pcs a charter school?
Yes, Perry Street Preparatory Pcs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Perry Street Preparatory Pcs a Title I school?
No, Perry Street Preparatory Pcs is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (202) 529-4400
Resources & Links
District
Perry Street Preparatory PCS- District Enrollment
- 455
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,674
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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