CITY ARTS AND PREP PCS

City Arts and Prep PCS is a Title I public charter elementary school with about 499 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 31 teachers, City Arts and Prep PCS has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

City Arts and Preparatory Public Charter School (City Arts and Prep) is a tuition-free public charter school located in the Edgewood neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Serving students in grades 4 through 8, the school is built on the philosophy that a rigorous academic curriculum, when integrated with an intensive arts program, fosters high levels of student engagement and achievement. The school aims to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students not only for the challenges of high school and beyond but also for a lifetime of creative thinking and personal expression.

The school’s model focuses on a blend of core academic subjects—such as English Language Arts, math, science, and social studies—and a dedicated "Arts Block." This daily immersion in the arts allows students to explore various disciplines, including visual arts, music, and performance, which the school believes are essential for developing critical thinking, confidence, and discipline. By creating a supportive environment that prioritizes both creative inquiry and academic rigor, City Arts and Prep strives to ensure that students from diverse backgrounds have the tools and experiences necessary to succeed in their future educational and professional endeavors.

For more information, contact City Arts and Prep PCS at (202) 269-4646 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.