Serving 341 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs ranks in the top 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 10% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kipp Dc - Will 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 Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs is 0.06, 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
#106 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
97%
62%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
46.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
44%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs's ranking?
Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs is ranked #106 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs?
341 students attend Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs?
Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs offer ?
Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs part of?
Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs is part of KIPP DC PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Dc - Will Academy Pcs located?
Kipp Dc - Will Academy 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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