Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy PCS

Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy Public Charter School is an active, single-school independent charter district located at 1404 Jackson Street NE in Washington, D.C. Situated within a vibrant large-city setting in the heart of the nation’s capital and the broader Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metropolitan area, this open public institution functions as its own local educational agency for federal programs. Designed to nurture learners from early childhood through early adolescence, the academy provides a comprehensive educational pathway spanning prekindergarten through eighth grade, giving families a cohesive and continuous learning community.

The academy serves a total student body of 313 children, reflecting a richly diverse student population primarily composed of 208 Black students and 75 Hispanic students, alongside multiracial, White, Asian, and American Indian peers. To cultivate an engaging and well-resourced academic environment, the district maintains a substantial personnel presence comprised of 184 full-time equivalent staff members. This professional team includes 92 full-time equivalent teachers, 9 instructional aides, and 83 support staff dedicated to wrap-around educational care and student development. Families, students, and researchers seeking further information can explore the district's offerings online at www.mmbethune.org.