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DC Scholars PCS

charterWard 7

Capitol View · Grades PK3–8

OSSE STAR Rating

SY 2018-19
2 / 5 stars · Score 25.0 / 100
Enrollment: 536

Source: OSSE School Report Card — official rating from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education.

About DC Scholars PCS

DC Scholars PCS prepares students to be life-long scholars with the academic knowledge, skills, individual passions, and community-mindedness needed for future success. The school employs a Blended Learning model to personalize instruction, ensuring each child's needs are met. An Extended Year program provides additional instructional time, reinforcing learning throughout the summer months. Students also have the opportunity to participate in Interscholastic Sports, fostering teamwork and physical development. School hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with an early dismissal on Fridays at 1:00 p.m. A school uniform is required for all students. Lottery preference is given to Children of Staff and siblings currently attending.

DC Scholars develops life-long scholars who have the academic knowledge and skills, individual passions, and community-mindedness necessary to succeed in and contribute to an ever changing world. Opened in 2012 as a PK-3 public charter school in DC's Ward 7, DC Scholars now serves grades PK3-8 while sustaining strong academic achievement. Our school delivers rigorous instruction, serves as a community of joy where students thrive, and embeds the expectation that scholars can - and will - achieve

Specialized Programs

Blended LearningExtended YearInterscholastic SportsRestorative Justice ProgramSchool GardenSTEM Focus
🕐 MTWTh: 8:00 a.m.-3:30p.m. | F: 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.👔 Uniform required

Address

5601 EAST CAPITOL STREET SE

Enrollment Lottery

Not required

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Free transit for students

All DC residents enrolled at DC Scholars PCS (ages 5–21) qualify for Kids Ride Free — a SmarTrip card that grants free Metrobus, Metrorail, and DC Circulator rides on school days.

School Hours

From Google business listing — confirm with the school directly.

  • Monday3 PM to 12 AM
  • Tuesday3 PM to 12 AM
  • Wednesday3 PM to 12 AM
  • Thursday3 PM to 12 AM
  • Friday3 PM to 12 AM
  • Saturday12 AM to 3 PM
  • SundayClosed

Specialties

Blended LearningExtended YearInterscholastic SportsRestorative Justice ProgramSchool GardenSTEM Focus

Frequently Asked Questions

What grades does DC Scholars PCS serve?+

DC Scholars PCS serves grades PK3–8 in the Capitol View neighborhood of Washington DC.

What ward is DC Scholars PCS in?+

DC Scholars PCS is located in Ward 7, Capitol View, Washington DC.

How do I apply to DC Scholars PCS?+

DC Scholars PCS is a DC public charter school. Contact the school directly for enrollment and seat availability.

What is DC Scholars PCS's OSSE star rating?+

DC Scholars PCS received a 2/5 star rating (★★☆☆☆) from the DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) in SY 2018-19. OSSE ratings measure academic achievement, growth, and attendance.

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