Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School's student population of 357 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#99 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
99%
62%
White
n/a
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
76%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Friendship PCS School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School's ranking?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School is ranked #99 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School?
357 students attend Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School offer ?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School part of?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School is part of Friendship PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School located?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Elementary School is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 45 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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