Hope Community PCS

Hope Community PCS is a public charter school district in Washington, DC, serving elementary school students. The district consists of a single school, Hope Community PCS - Tolson, which has 203 students enrolled.

While Hope Community PCS - Tolson has a relatively low student-teacher ratio and high per-student spending, the school's academic performance has consistently lagged behind the district average. Proficiency rates on standardized tests are significantly below the District of Columbia's averages, with only 8.3% of 3rd graders proficient in English Language Arts and 15.4% of 8th graders proficient in Mathematics. The school's overall ranking and rating have been in the lower range compared to other elementary schools in the district.

Despite the school's academic challenges, the data suggests that Hope Community PCS - Tolson has access to significant financial and human resources. The school's per-student spending is nearly $40,000, which is much higher than the district average. However, the school has yet to translate these resources into improved student outcomes. Addressing the root causes of the school's underperformance and optimizing the use of its resources will be crucial for Hope Community PCS to better serve its students and improve their academic achievement.