Serving 646 students in grades 9-12, Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory 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 3% (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 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (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
Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs's student population of 646 students has grown by 210% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 148% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
646 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory 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 Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs 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
#184 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
99%
62%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
76%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
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 Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs's ranking?
Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs is ranked #184 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?
3% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs?
The graduation rate of Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs is 90%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs?
646 students attend Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs?
Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs offer ?
Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs part of?
Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs is part of KIPP DC PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs located?
Kipp Dc Pcs - Legacy College Preparatory Pcs is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 45 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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