Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep 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 9% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep's student population of 609 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep 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 Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep 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
#173 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
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
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep's ranking?
Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep is ranked #173 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep?
609 students attend Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep?
Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep offer ?
Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep part of?
Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep is part of Rocketship Education DC PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep located?
Rocketship Pcs - Legacy Prep is located in the Fort Davis Park neighborhood of Washington, DC.
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