DC Prep PCS - Benning ES

Charter School 430 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 3rd
School Overview
DC Preparatory Academy PCS (Benning Elementary) is a high-performing public charter school located in the Benning neighborhood of Northeast Washington, D.C. As part of the DC Prep network, the school is deeply committed to closing the achievement gap by providing a rigorous, college-preparatory academic program in a supportive, structured environment. Serving students in the early elementary grades, the school focuses on building a strong foundation in core subjects like literacy and mathematics while simultaneously emphasizing the development of strong character and civic responsibility.

Beyond academics, the Benning Elementary campus is known for its intentional school culture, which places a high value on community, consistency, and high expectations for all students. By integrating social-emotional learning with a challenging curriculum, DC Prep aims to ensure that its students not only succeed in their immediate educational journey but are also equipped with the essential skills and habits needed to thrive in middle school, high school, and eventually college. The school prides itself on fostering a close-knit partnership between families and educators to help every child reach their full potential.
430
Total Students
32.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DC Prep PCS - Benning ES
Demographic Student Count
Hispanic24
Black388
Two or More17
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    388 (90.2%)
  • Hispanic
    24 (5.6%)
  • Two or More
    17 (4.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
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: DC Prep PCS
Phone: (202)398-2838
Website: http://www.dcprep.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 3rd
Total Students: 430
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 125
Kindergarten 81
Grade 1 74
Grade 2 71
Grade 3 79

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DC Prep PCS - Benning ES
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten125
Kindergarten81
Grade 174
Grade 271
Grade 379
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DC Prep PCS - Benning ES
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22251.6%
Male20848.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)