Friendship Collegiate Academy ÎÛÎÛÂþ» 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» 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 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Charter 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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