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Serving 440 students in grades 9-12, Goodwill Excel Center Pcs ranks in the top 30% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher 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: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goodwill Excel Center Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Goodwill Excel Center Pcs's student population of 440 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2016
School Motto
Excel in Learning. Excel in Life.
School Rankings
Goodwill Excel Center 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 Goodwill Excel Center Pcs is 0.11, 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
#51 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
94%
62%
White
n/a
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
76%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goodwill Excel Center Pcs's ranking?
Goodwill Excel Center Pcs is ranked #51 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goodwill Excel Center Pcs?
The graduation rate of Goodwill Excel Center Pcs is 11-19%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Goodwill Excel Center Pcs?
440 students attend Goodwill Excel Center Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Goodwill Excel Center Pcs students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goodwill Excel Center Pcs?
Goodwill Excel Center Pcs has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Goodwill Excel Center Pcs offer ?
Goodwill Excel Center Pcs offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goodwill Excel Center Pcs part of?
Goodwill Excel Center Pcs is part of Goodwill Excel Center PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Goodwill Excel Center Pcs located?
Goodwill Excel Center 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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