KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS

Charter School 224 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - K
School Overview
KIPP DC Grow Academy is a public charter elementary school located in the Truxton Circle neighborhood of Northwest Washington, D.C. As part of the extensive KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) DC network, the school operates with a focus on college and career readiness, utilizing a structured academic environment designed to close the opportunity gap. The academy serves students in early childhood grades—typically Pre-K3 through kindergarten—aiming to build a strong foundational base for lifelong learning through rigorous instruction and character development.

The school is characterized by a "high expectations, high support" culture that emphasizes both academic achievement and the development of core values such as grit, zest, and optimism. By integrating a long school day, personalized learning, and a community-oriented approach, Grow Academy seeks to ensure that its youngest students are well-prepared for the transition to upper-elementary education. Families interested in the school’s specific curriculum, enrollment deadlines, or campus mission are encouraged to visit the official KIPP DC website, which serves as the hub for all schools within the network.
224
Total Students
17.4
Full-Time Teachers
12.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS
Demographic Student Count
White2
Hispanic4
Black217
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    217 (96.9%)
  • Hispanic
    4 (1.8%)
  • White
    2 (0.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: KIPP DC PCS
Phone: (202)986-4769
Website: http://www.kippdc.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - K
Total Students: 224
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 147
Kindergarten 77

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten147
Kindergarten77
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for KIPP DC - Grow Academy PCS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11250%
Male11250%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)