Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 6-9% (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 (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Motto
Learning Has No Limits
School Rankings
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School 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 Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#122 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
90%
62%
White
n/a
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
51%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School's ranking?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School is ranked #122 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School?
430 students attend Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning 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 Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School offer ?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School part of?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School is part of DC Prep PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School located?
Dc Prep Pcs - Benning Elementary School is located in the Benning neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 1 other public schools located in Benning.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School: Students
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
Last Day of School: Staff
June 12, 2026 (Friday)
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