Serving 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Center City Pcs - Congress Heights ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center City Pcs - Congress Heights ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Center City Pcs - Congress Heights's student population of 243 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Motto
Empowering students for lifelong success.
School Rankings
Center City Pcs - Congress Heights ranks within the top 30% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center City Pcs - Congress Heights is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#55 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
90%
63%
White
2%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center City Pcs - Congress Heights's ranking?
Center City Pcs - Congress Heights is ranked #55 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Center City Pcs - Congress Heights often compared to?
Center City Pcs - Congress Heightsis often viewed alongside schools like Leckie Education Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Center City Pcs - Congress Heights?
243 students attend Center City Pcs - Congress Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Center City Pcs - Congress Heights students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center City Pcs - Congress Heights?
Center City Pcs - Congress Heights has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Center City Pcs - Congress Heights offer ?
Center City Pcs - Congress Heights offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Center City Pcs - Congress Heights part of?
Center City Pcs - Congress Heights is part of Center City PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Center City Pcs - Congress Heights located?
Center City Pcs - Congress Heights is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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