FRIENDSHIP PCS BLOW PIERCE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Friendship PCS Blow Pierce Middle is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Friendship PCS school district, located in Washington, DC with about 242 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade 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 2 teachers, Friendship PCS Blow Pierce Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 121:1. 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 PCS (Public Charter School) Blow Pierce Middle is a prominent campus within the Friendship Public Charter School network, located in the Trinidad neighborhood of Northeast Washington, D.C. The school serves students in grades 6 through 8, focusing on a rigorous academic environment that prioritizes college preparation. As part of a larger network that emphasizes high expectations and structured learning, Blow Pierce Middle aims to close the achievement gap for students in the District by offering a challenging curriculum, extensive extracurricular opportunities, and a supportive culture centered on student success.

The school is deeply integrated into the Friendship network’s mission of providing a "world-class education" that prepares students for success in higher education and beyond. By utilizing a data-driven instructional approach, teachers at Blow Pierce strive to meet the individual needs of their students while fostering a sense of community and leadership. The campus is well-regarded for its commitment to developing both the academic and character-based foundations of its students, ensuring they are well-equipped for the transition to high school and the demands of 21st-century learning.

For more information, contact Friendship PCS Blow Pierce Middle at (202) 572-1070 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.