Friendship Collegiate Academy ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School is a public high school in Washington, D.C. Established in 2000, the school serves students in grades 9–12 and is part of the Friendship ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Charter School network.
Serving 715 students in grades 9-12, Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than 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.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy's student population of 715 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is 0.06, 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
#154 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
97%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
57%
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 Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy's ranking?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is ranked #154 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy often compared to?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Coolidge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy?
The graduation rate of Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is 80-84%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy?
715 students attend Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy offer ?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy part of?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is part of Friendship PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy located?
Friendship Pcs - Collegiate Academy is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 64 other public schools located in Northeast Washington.
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