KIPP DC QUEST ACADEMY PCS

KIPP DC Quest Academy PCS is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the KIPP DC PCS school district, located in Washington, DC with about 391 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 4th Grade. 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 27 teachers, KIPP DC Quest Academy PCS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

KIPP DC Quest Academy is a public charter elementary school located in the Deanwood neighborhood of Ward 7 in Washington, D.C. As part of the extensive KIPP DC network, the school operates on the organization’s foundational philosophy that all students can achieve academic success through a combination of rigorous instruction, a structured learning environment, and a focus on character development. The academy serves students in early childhood and elementary grades, emphasizing college readiness and foundational literacy and numeracy from an early age.

The school is defined by the "KIPP model," which typically features an extended school day and year to maximize instructional time, as well as a strong emphasis on building a close-knit community between educators, families, and students. By maintaining high behavioral and academic expectations, Quest Academy aims to close the achievement gap for students in the District, providing them with the tools and support systems necessary to navigate through middle and high school and ultimately succeed in college and beyond.

For more information, contact KIPP DC Quest Academy PCS at (202) 398-6811 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.