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#135 of 240 schools in DC
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs
Elementary School · Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS
1240 RANDOLPH STREET NE, Washington, DC 20017
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#135 of 240
In Washington
#135 of 240
public schools
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS. Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs serves approximately 215 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Shining Stars Montessori 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.
Shining Stars Montessori 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.
31% of students at Shining Stars Montessori 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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Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs — Students at Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs score 10% 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 16 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: 9.1/10.
How Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs Compares
See how Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1240 RANDOLPH STREET NE, Washington, DC 20017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burroughs ES (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - Calle Ocho (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Yu Ying PCS (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,543
Median Home Value
$686,400
Median Rent
$1,793/mo
Population
21,013
College Educated
59.1%
Homeownership
57.4%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
35.9
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| Center City PCS - Petworth Washington, DC | 5.9 |
| Bunker Hill ES Washington, DC | 6.2 |
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| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington, DC | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs
What grades does Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs serve?
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs?
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs?
The student-teacher ratio at Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs rank in DC?
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs ranks #135 of 240 schools in DC.
What is Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs's MySchoolScout rating?
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs a charter school?
Yes, Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs a Title I school?
No, Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (202) 723-1467
Resources & Links
District
Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS- District Enrollment
- 215
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,015
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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