DC Scholars PCS

DC Scholars PCS is the sole elementary school in the DC Scholars PCS district, serving grades PK-8 with a total enrollment of 532 students. The school's student population is predominantly African American, making up 94.17% of the student body. However, the school has been struggling academically, ranking 103 out of 126 District of Columbia elementary schools for the 2023-2024 school year with a 1-star rating out of 5.

The academic performance of DC Scholars PCS, as measured by the percentage of students proficient or better in the DC CAPE/PARCC assessments, is significantly below the District of Columbia average across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, only 12.2% of 3rd-grade students at DC Scholars PCS were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the District of Columbia average of 28.2%. This indicates that the school may be facing challenges in addressing the unique needs and experiences of its predominantly African American student population.

Despite the school's relatively low academic performance, it has a high spending per student of $22,355 for the 2022-2023 school year. This raises questions about the efficient use of resources and the effectiveness of the school's educational programs. The school's declining ranking over the past few years is also a concerning trend that warrants further investigation. Addressing these issues will likely require a comprehensive approach that focuses on improving the school's curriculum, teaching practices, and support services to better serve the needs of its students.