Serving 614 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs ranks in the top 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs's student population of 614 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs 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 Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs is 0.08, 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
#86 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
96%
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
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
42%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
KIPP DC PCS School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs's ranking?
Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs is ranked #86 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs?
614 students attend Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs?
Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs offer ?
Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs part of?
Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs is part of KIPP DC PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs located?
Kipp Dc - Promise Academy Pcs is located in the Benning Ridge neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 4 other public schools located in Benning Ridge.
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