Serving 387 students in grades 9-12, Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill's student population of 387 students has grown by 230% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 177% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill 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 Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill is 0.04, 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
#165 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
98%
62%
White
n/a
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill's ranking?
Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill is ranked #165 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill?
387 students attend Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill?
Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill offer ?
Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill part of?
Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill is part of Digital Pioneers Academy PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill located?
Digital Pioneers Academy Pcs - Capitol Hill is located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 2 other public schools located in Capitol Hill.
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