Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School's student population of 378 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School is 0.61, which is more 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
#38 out of 220 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)35-39%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
19%
Black
55%
63%
White
28%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
49%
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 Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School's ranking?
Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School often compared to?
Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mundo Verde Bilingual Pcs - J.f. Cook, Two Rivers Pcs - 4th Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School?
378 students attend Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School?
Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School offer ?
Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School part of?
Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School is part of Two Rivers PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School located?
Two Rivers Pcs - Young Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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