Serving 409 students in grades 5-8, Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs ranks in the top 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
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Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs's student population of 409 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Average Class Size
15 students
Kipp Dc - Key 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 - Key Academy Pcs is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#79 out of 220 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
95%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
41%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs's ranking?
Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs is ranked #79 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs often compared to?
Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like Dc Prep Pcs - Edgewood Middle School, District Of Columbia International School, Kipp Dc - Northeast Academy Pcs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs?
409 students attend Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs?
Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs offer ?
Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs part of?
Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs is part of KIPP DC Public Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs located?
Kipp Dc - Key Academy Pcs is located in the Benning Ridge neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 4 other public schools located in Benning Ridge.
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