At a glance
Reported students
530
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
32
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
16.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
District of Columbia elementary enrollment
88th percentile
Compared with 142 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
346
Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep: 530 reported students.
State peer staffing position
99th percentile
16.6:1 reported; state peer median 10.6:1. 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
- 501
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.8:1
What the reported data says about Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep
Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Washington. It is one of 3 current school records connected to Rocketship Education DC PCS. NCES reports 530 students for 2024–25.
Among 142 elementary schools in District of Columbia with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 364 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 88th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 16.6:1, above the District of Columbia median of 10.6:1 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 (97.2%) and Hispanic or Latino (2.3%). English learners represent 0.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep
- 1How do the reported 16.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 32 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 2 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
- 0.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 10%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White0%
- Hispanic2.3%
- Black97.2%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.4%
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 Rocketship Education DC PCS
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Rocketship PCS - Rise Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–05
346 reported students
Rocketship PCS - Infinity Community Prep
Elementary · Grades PK–05
321 reported students
Public schools near Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm X ES at Green Elementary · District of Columbia Public Schools | PK–05 | 170 | 0.6 mi |
| Bradbury Heights Elementary Elementary · Prince George's County Public Schools | PK–05 | 354 | 0.6 mi |
| Beers ES Elementary · District of Columbia Public Schools | PK–05 | 412 | 0.9 mi |
| KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS Elementary · Charter · KIPP DC PCS | KG–04 | 614 | 0.9 mi |
| Plummer ES Elementary · District of Columbia Public Schools | PK–05 | 233 | 1.2 mi |
| William W. Hall Academy Elementary · Prince George's County Public Schools | PK–08 | 444 | 1.2 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep
What grades does Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep serve?
Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Rocketship Education DC PCS.
How many students attend Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep?
Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep reported 530 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 88th percentile among 142 District of Columbia elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 501 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep?
The calculated ratio is 16.6:1, based on 530 students and 32 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The District of Columbia median for the same school level is 10.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep a public, charter, or magnet school?
Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep 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 Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep in?
Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep is part of Rocketship Education DC PCS, based in Washington, DC, which operates 3 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Rocketship PCS - Legacy Prep?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Malcolm X ES at Green (0.6 mi), Bradbury Heights Elementary (0.6 mi), Beers ES (0.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.