Serving 458 students in grades 1-4, Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs ranks in the bottom 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 8% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (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.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Together, A Future Without Limits
School Rankings
Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs ranks within the bottom 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 - Heights Academy Pcs is 0.02, 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
#190 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
99%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
47%
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 Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs's ranking?
Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs is ranked #190 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs?
458 students attend Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs?
Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs offer ?
Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs part of?
Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs is part of KIPP DC PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs located?
Kipp Dc - Heights Academy Pcs is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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