FRIENDSHIP PCS TECHNOLOGY PREPARATORY ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL

Friendship PCS Technology Preparatory Academy High is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Friendship PCS school district, located in Washington, DC with about 253 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 5 teachers, Friendship PCS Technology Preparatory Academy High has a student/teacher ratio of about 50:1. 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.

Friendship Technology Preparatory Academy (often referred to as Tech Prep) is a prominent public charter high school located in the Congress Heights neighborhood of Southeast Washington, D.C. Part of the Friendship Public Charter School network, the academy is specifically designed to provide students with a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that emphasizes science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The school aims to equip students with the technical skills and academic foundation necessary to excel in high-demand career fields and competitive university programs.

Beyond its focus on STEM, Tech Prep places a strong emphasis on character development, leadership, and student engagement. The school fosters a structured learning environment that encourages academic achievement and personal responsibility, often utilizing hands-on learning experiences and project-based assignments to keep students motivated. By integrating modern technology into daily instruction, Friendship Tech Prep serves as a hub for educational innovation in the District, seeking to bridge the opportunity gap and prepare a diverse student body for success in the 21st-century global economy.

For more information, contact Friendship PCS Technology Preparatory Academy High at (202) 552-5700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.