Serving 293 students in grades 4-8, Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School 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 8% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School's student population of 293 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle 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 Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School is 0.02, 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
#144 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
99%
62%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.7%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School's ranking?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School is ranked #144 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School?
293 students attend Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School offer ?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School part of?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School is part of Friendship PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School located?
Friendship Pcs - Southeast Middle School is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 45 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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