Serving 327 students in grades 9-12, Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School's student population of 327 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School 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 - Technology Preparatory High School is 0.02, 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
#150 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
99%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 - Technology Preparatory High School's ranking?
Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School is ranked #150 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School is 80-89%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School?
327 students attend Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School?
Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School offer ?
Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School part of?
Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School is part of Friendship PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School located?
Friendship Pcs - Technology Preparatory High School is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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