Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Early Childhood 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early Childhood Academy Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Early Childhood Academy Pcs's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Early Childhood 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 Early Childhood Academy Pcs is 0.15, 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
#179 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
92%
62%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early Childhood Academy Pcs's ranking?
Early Childhood Academy Pcs is ranked #179 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Early Childhood Academy Pcs?
281 students attend Early Childhood Academy Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Early Childhood Academy Pcs students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Academy Pcs?
Early Childhood Academy Pcs has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Academy Pcs offer ?
Early Childhood Academy Pcs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Early Childhood Academy Pcs part of?
Early Childhood Academy Pcs is part of Early Childhood Academy PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Early Childhood Academy Pcs located?
Early Childhood Academy Pcs is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 45 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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