At a glance
Reported students
422
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
34.24
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
05–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
District of Columbia middle enrollment
83rd percentile
Compared with 42 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
342
KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS: 422 reported students.
State peer staffing position
81st percentile
12.3:1 reported; state peer median 11.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 379
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31.7
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12:1
What the reported data says about KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS
KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS is a public middle school serving grades 05–08 in Washington. It is one of 20 current school records connected to KIPP DC PCS. NCES reports 422 students for 2024–25.
Among 42 middle schools in District of Columbia with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 316.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 83rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.3:1, above the District of Columbia median of 11.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (93.8%) and Hispanic or Latino (5.5%). English learners represent 1.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS
- 1How do the reported 12.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 34.24 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.77
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2.25
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White0%
- Hispanic5.5%
- Black93.8%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.7%
- Multiracial0%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in KIPP DC PCS
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS
Middle · Grades 05–08
435 reported students
KIPP DC - Northeast Academy PCS
Middle · Grades 05–08
345 reported students
KIPP DC - WILL Academy PCS
Middle · Grades 05–08
341 reported students
KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS
Middle · Grades 05–08
340 reported students
KIPP DC - Honor Academy PCS
Middle · Grades 05–08
328 reported students
KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS
Elementary · Grades 01–04
408 reported students
Public schools near KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Miller MS Middle · District of Columbia Public Schools | 06–08 | 315 | 0.8 mi |
| DC Prep PCS - Benning MS Middle · Charter · DC Prep PCS | 04–08 | 318 | 0.8 mi |
| KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS Middle · Charter · KIPP DC PCS | 05–08 | 340 | 0.8 mi |
| Sousa MS Middle · District of Columbia Public Schools | 06–08 | 223 | 1 mi |
| Drew-Freeman Middle Middle · Prince George's County Public Schools | 06–08 | 1,022 | 2.2 mi |
| Two Rivers PCS - Young MS Middle · Charter · Two Rivers PCS | 06–08 | 224 | 2.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS
What grades does KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS serve?
KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS reports grades 05–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in KIPP DC PCS.
How many students attend KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS?
KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS reported 422 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 83rd percentile among 42 District of Columbia middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 379 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS?
The calculated ratio is 12.3:1, based on 422 students and 34.24 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The District of Columbia median for the same school level is 11.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS a public, charter, or magnet school?
KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS in?
KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS is part of KIPP DC PCS, based in Washington, DC, which operates 20 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Kelly Miller MS (0.8 mi), DC Prep PCS - Benning MS (0.8 mi), KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS (0.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.