ROCKETSHIP DC PCS RISE ACADEMY

Rocketship DC PCS Rise Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Rocketship Education DC PCS school district, located in Washington, DC with about 527 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 41 teachers, Rocketship DC PCS Rise Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Rocketship Rise Academy, located in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, D.C., is a public charter elementary school serving students in grades PK3 through 5. As part of the national Rocketship Public Schools network, the academy emphasizes a "blended learning" instructional model that combines traditional teacher-led classroom instruction with personalized, technology-based learning blocks. This approach is designed to allow teachers to tailor lessons to individual student needs, aiming to close the achievement gap and ensure that all students are prepared for competitive middle schools and beyond.

Beyond academics, the school places a significant focus on community engagement and the "holistic" development of its students. Rocketship Rise Academy actively encourages parental involvement through regular school events and communication, viewing families as essential partners in the educational process. By fostering a culture of high expectations and supportive social-emotional learning, the school seeks to empower students in the Ward 8 community to become both successful scholars and active community leaders.

For more information, contact Rocketship DC PCS Rise Academy at (202) 750-6402 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.