Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs ranks in the top 50% 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 15-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than 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.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs's student population of 199 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Motto
Cultivating Tomorrow's Leaders Today
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs ranks within the top 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs is 0.52, 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
#81 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
19%
19%
Black
66%
62%
White
10%
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Star
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs's ranking?
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs is ranked #81 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs often compared to?
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Mundo Verde Bilingual Pcs - J.f. Cook, Langley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs?
199 students attend Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs?
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs offer ?
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs part of?
Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs is part of Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Shining Stars Montessori Academy Pcs located?
Shining Stars Montessori 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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Date
Last Day of SCHOOL / 3rd Trimester Ends
June 17, 2026 (Wednesday)
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