CEDAR TREE ACADEMY PCS

Cedar Tree Academy PCS is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Cedar Tree Academy PCS school district, located in Washington, DC with about 381 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to Kindergarten. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 24 teachers, Cedar Tree Academy PCS has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Cedar Tree Academy Public Charter School (PCS) is a tuition-free, early childhood education institution located in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Serving students from Pre-Kindergarten 3 through third grade, the school is deeply committed to laying a strong academic and social-emotional foundation for its young learners. Their educational model focuses on creating a nurturing environment that encourages curiosity, character development, and academic excellence, specifically designed to meet the unique developmental needs of children in their formative years.

Beyond the standard curriculum, Cedar Tree Academy emphasizes a holistic approach to student success by integrating family engagement and community involvement into their operations. The school aims to close the achievement gap by providing rigorous instruction, individualized attention, and a supportive culture that empowers students to become lifelong learners. By fostering a close-knit school community and prioritizing early literacy and numeracy, Cedar Tree Academy strives to prepare its students not only for the next stage of their schooling but for long-term success in a diverse and evolving society.

For more information, contact Cedar Tree Academy PCS at (202) 610-4193 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.