Serving 80 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roots Pcs 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roots Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Roots Pcs's student population of 80 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
80 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Youth are the roots of change, and exposure is the key to intelligence.
School Rankings
Roots Pcs 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 Roots Pcs is 0.00, 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
#53 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Black
100%
62%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roots Pcs's ranking?
Roots Pcs is ranked #53 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Roots Pcs often compared to?
Roots Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Beers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Roots Pcs?
80 students attend Roots Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Roots Pcs students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roots Pcs?
Roots Pcs has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roots Pcs offer ?
Roots Pcs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roots Pcs part of?
Roots Pcs is part of Roots PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Roots Pcs located?
Roots Pcs is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 72 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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