Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Center City Pcs - Brightwood ranks in the top 30% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center City Pcs - Brightwood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Center City Pcs - Brightwood's student population of 261 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.
School Rankings
Center City Pcs - Brightwood ranks within the top 30% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center City Pcs - Brightwood is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 220 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
36%
19%
Black
60%
63%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center City Pcs - Brightwood's ranking?
Center City Pcs - Brightwood is ranked #47 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Center City Pcs - Brightwood?
261 students attend Center City Pcs - Brightwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Center City Pcs - Brightwood students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center City Pcs - Brightwood?
Center City Pcs - Brightwood has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Center City Pcs - Brightwood offer ?
Center City Pcs - Brightwood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Center City Pcs - Brightwood part of?
Center City Pcs - Brightwood is part of Center City PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Center City Pcs - Brightwood located?
Center City Pcs - Brightwood is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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