Capital City Upper Pcs serves 390 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 45-49% (which was approximately equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45-49% (which was approximately equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)45-49%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)45-49%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
58%
19%
Black
36%
63%
White
3%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)70-79%
58%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% DC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capital City Upper Pcs?
The graduation rate of Capital City Upper Pcs is 70-79%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 58%.
How many students attend Capital City Upper Pcs?
390 students attend Capital City Upper Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Capital City Upper Pcs students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capital City Upper Pcs?
Capital City Upper Pcs has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Capital City Upper Pcs offer ?
Capital City Upper Pcs offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Capital City Upper Pcs part of?
Capital City Upper Pcs is part of Capital City Public Charter School District.
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