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Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street

Elementary School · Two Rivers PCS

1227 4TH STREET NE, Washington, DC 20002

Charter

Enrollment

390

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#154 of 240

In Washington

#154 of 240

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Two Rivers PCS

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street

5.8/10

Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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4.7/10

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About Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street

Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street is a public elementary school in Washington, DC, part of Two Rivers PCS. Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #154 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • DC avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.7% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.8% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.4 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (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+7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,862
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street — Students at Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street score 32% proficient, which is above 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 44.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.2% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.4% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 32 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
57%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
26.4%
ELA
33.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.

How Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street Compares

See how Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
36th percentile in DC
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Location

1227 4TH STREET NE, Washington, DC 20002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School-Within-School at Goding (rated 9.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ludlow-Taylor ES (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
J.O. Wilson ES Washington 0.3 mi 5.4
KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS Washington 0.4 mi 4.7
Capitol Hill Montessori School at Logan Washington 0.6 mi 6.6
Ludlow-Taylor ES Washington 0.6 mi 8.5
Center City PCS - Trinidad Washington 0.5 mi 5.1
McKinley Technology HS Washington 0.6 mi 6.9
McKinley MS Washington 0.6 mi 7.1
Langley ES Washington 0.6 mi 4.8
Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington 0.7 mi 6.3
MODEL SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Washington 0.6 mi 8.7
GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington 0.6 mi 3.4
Mundo Verde Bilingual PCS - J.F. Cook Washington 0.6 mi 8.2
Harmony DC PCS - School of Excellence Washington 0.7 mi 6.7
School-Within-School at Goding Washington 0.7 mi 9.6
Wheatley Education Campus Washington 0.7 mi 5.7
Dunbar HS Washington 0.7 mi 4.5
Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary Washington 0.7 mi 7.1
Friendship PCS - Armstrong Middle Washington 0.7 mi 7.6
Peabody ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) Washington 1.0 mi 7.7
Walker-Jones Education Campus Washington 0.8 mi 5.5

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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Perry Street Preparatory PCS Washington, DC 5.7
Wheatley Education Campus Washington, DC 5.7
Center City PCS - Petworth Washington, DC 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street

What grades does Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street serve?

Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street?

Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street?

The student-teacher ratio at Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street rank in DC?

Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street ranks #154 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street's MySchoolScout rating?

Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street a charter school?

Yes, Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street a Title I school?

No, Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
96 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
77 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
95 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

Two Rivers PCS
District Enrollment
1,022
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,862
District Rank
#2 of 3

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