ACHIEVEMENT PREPARATORY PCS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Achievement Preparatory PCS Elementary is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Achievement Preparatory Academy PCS school district, located in Washington, DC with about 486 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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 43 teachers, Achievement Preparatory PCS Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Achievement Preparatory Public Charter School (Achievement Prep) is a mission-driven elementary school located in the Washington, D.C. neighborhood of Congress Heights. Dedicated to closing the achievement gap, the school emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum combined with a focus on character development and social-emotional learning. By fostering a structured and supportive classroom environment, Achievement Prep aims to prepare students from underserved communities for long-term success in middle school, high school, and eventually college.

The school is defined by its "high expectations, high support" culture, which encourages students to take ownership of their learning while providing the necessary resources to excel. Beyond core academics, Achievement Prep focuses on building a strong community of scholars and families, believing that collaborative partnerships are essential to student growth. Through its targeted approach to education, the school strives to ensure that every student has the tools and agency to navigate their educational journey and become a contributing member of their community.

For more information, contact Achievement Preparatory PCS Elementary at (202) 562-1307 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.