Serving 131 students in grades 5-8, Monument 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 ≤5% (which is lower 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 7:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monument Academy Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Monument Academy Pcs's student population of 131 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Monument 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 Monument Academy Pcs is 0.08, 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
#206 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
96%
62%
White
n/a
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monument Academy Pcs's ranking?
Monument Academy Pcs is ranked #206 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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Monument Academy Pcs?
131 students attend Monument Academy Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Monument Academy Pcs students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monument Academy Pcs?
Monument Academy Pcs has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Monument Academy Pcs offer ?
Monument Academy Pcs offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monument Academy Pcs part of?
Monument Academy Pcs is part of Monument Academy PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Monument Academy Pcs located?
Monument Academy Pcs is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 62 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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