How many students attend Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 310 students attended Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School.

What is the racial makeup of Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School?

Students at Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School are 89% African American, 8% Hispanic.

Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

Summary:

Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School is a public high school in Washington, DC, serving 317 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the District of Columbia Public Schools district, which is ranked 26 out of 47 districts in DC and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Phelps stands out for its consistently high graduation rates, ranging from 91.7% to 96% over the past five years, significantly higher than the district-wide rate. The school also outperforms the district and city in English Language Arts test scores, with 39.4% of students proficient or better in DC CAPE/English II compared to 37.2% for District of Columbia Public Schools and 33.5% for the district overall. Phelps has a relatively high per-student spending, ranging from $26,150 to $32,298, and a lower student-teacher ratio than nearby schools like McKinley Technology High School and Eastern High School.

While Phelps maintains strong and consistent performance, with a statewide ranking among DC high schools ranging from 10 to 21 out of 30-34 schools, the school could focus on improving its mathematics scores, particularly in Algebra I and Geometry, where it lags behind district and state averages. Overall, Phelps appears to be a well-functioning educational institution, providing a high-quality education to its predominantly African American student population and serving as a model for other schools in the District of Columbia.

Detail:

Public 9-12

704 26th St. NE
Washington, DC 20002

(202) 729-4360

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
11^th of 34 District Of Columbia High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $32,298

Student/teacher ratio: 10.1

Number of students: 310

Racial breakdown:

African American:

89.0%

Hispanic:

8.4%

White:

1.0%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 100%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School ranks better than 67.6% of high schools in District Of Columbia. It also ranks 6^th among 17 ranked high schools in the District of Columbia Public Schools. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 41.07. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (89%), Hispanic (8.4%), two or more races (1%). (See more...)

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Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School is 10.1, which is the 6^th best among 17 high schools in the District of Columbia Public Schools. (See more...)

Compare Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School employs 30.4 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School is $32,298, which is the 7^th highest among 17 high schools in the District of Columbia Public Schools.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School 11^th of 34 District Of Columbia public high schools. (See Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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District of Columbia Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks District of Columbia Public Schools 27^th of 47 District Of Columbia school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

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Rank History for all students at Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	DC State Percentile
2010	58.72	12^th	30	60.0%
2011	66.11	12^th	31	61.3%
2012	64.15	12^th	31	61.3%
2014	47.46	18^th	35	48.6%
2015	38.54	16^th	29	44.8%
2016	31.88	20^th	31	35.5%
2017	45.90	14^th	34	58.8%
2018	30.62	20^th	34	41.2%
2019	36.55	16^th	34	52.9%
2022	37.97	10^th	30	66.7%
2023	29.60	21^st	34	38.2%
2024	41.07	11^th	34	67.6%

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Rank History for Special Education students at Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	DC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	34.68	24^th	26	7.7%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	DC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	28.35	25^th	30	16.7%
2024	59.49	4^th	28	85.7%

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Rank History for Female students at Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	DC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	30.64	19^th	32	40.6%
2019	28.57	22^nd	31	29.0%

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Rank History for At Risk students at Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	DC State Percentile
2018	33.94	19^th	33	42.4%
2019	37.55	18^th	31	41.9%
2022	47.51	6^th	19	68.4%

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Rank History for Male students at Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	DC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2018	29.99	21^st	33	36.4%
2019	41.98	14^th	32	56.3%

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Rank History for African American students at Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	DC State Percentile
2018	29.66	24^th	34	29.4%
2019	36.45	19^th	33	42.4%
2022	62.76	6^th	18	66.7%
2024	43.69	8^th	28	71.4%

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Data source: test scores: Office of the State Superintendent of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

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Enrollment information for Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2009	3	113	2	1	n/a	n/a	119
2010	1	228	5	5	n/a	n/a	239
2011	1	276	5	14	0	5	301
2012	1	310	4	11	0	3	329
2013	1	317	2	13	0	7	340
2014	0	301	2	13	0	3	319
2015	0	309	0	11	0	3	323
2016	1	293	1	11	0	0	306
2017	1	314	1	12	0	0	328
2018	1	246	0	12	0	1	260
2019	2	250	0	12	0	1	265
2020	0	240	0	15	0	2	257
2021	1	260	1	12	0	2	276
2022	1	299	1	17	0	2	320
2023	0	294	2	17	0	4	317
2024	3	276	2	26	0	3	310

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2009	119	n/a	n/a	63
2010	239	26.0	9.1	73.6
2011	301	30.0	10.0	69.8
2012	329	28.0	11.7	75.1
2013	340	31.0	10.9	77.9
2014	319	32.0	9.9	99.1
2015	323	32.0	10.0	100
2016	306	30.0	10.2	100
2017	328	31.0	10.5	n/a
2018	260	24.5	10.6	n/a
2019	265	31.0	8.5	n/a
2020	257	33.0	7.7	n/a
2021	276	34.5	8.0	n/a
2022	320	31.5	10.1	n/a
2023	317	25.5	12.4	n/a
2024	310	30.4	10.1	n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2009	119	n/a	n/a	63
2010	239	26.0	9.1	73.6
2011	301	30.0	10.0	69.8
2012	329	28.0	11.7	75.1
2013	340	31.0	10.9	77.9
2014	319	32.0	9.9	99.1
2015	323	32.0	10.0	100
2016	306	30.0	10.2	100
2017	328	31.0	10.5	n/a
2018	260	24.5	10.6	n/a
2019	265	31.0	8.5	n/a
2020	257	33.0	7.7	n/a
2021	276	34.5	8.0	n/a
2022	320	31.5	10.1	n/a
2023	317	25.5	12.4	n/a
2024	310	30.4	10.1	n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$2,544 (10.2%)	$22,284 (89.8%)	$24,828
2020	$2,617 (9.1%)	$26,141 (90.9%)	$28,758
2021	$3,301 (12.5%)	$23,037 (87.5%)	$26,338
2022	$4,540 (17.4%)	$21,610 (82.6%)	$26,150
2023	$3,866 (12.0%)	$28,432 (88.0%)	$32,298

Data source: District Of Columbia Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 16^th of 34 High schools	Ranks 21^st of 34 High schools	14.7%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
9th Grade Geometry (Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School)	12.5	6.3	6.3%
9th Grade Geometry (District of Columbia Public Schools)	28.8	20.2	8.6%
9th Grade Geometry (District Of Columbia)	27.1	22.1	5%
10th Grade Geometry (Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School)	4.3	1.8	2.6%
10th Grade Geometry (District of Columbia Public Schools)	13.1	7.9	5.2%
10th Grade Geometry (District Of Columbia)	12.2	6.7	5.5%
End of Course English II (Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School)	20	23	3%
End of Course English II (District of Columbia Public Schools)	38.6	36.9	1.7%
End of Course English II (District Of Columbia)	33.7	33.8	0.1%
End of Course Geometry (Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School)	6.3	2.6	3.7%
End of Course Geometry (District of Columbia Public Schools)	20.1	14.2	5.9%
End of Course Geometry (District Of Columbia)	17.2	12.8	4.4%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	265	317	19.6%
African American	250	294	17.6%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	0	2
Hispanic	12	17	41.7%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	2	0	100%
Two or More Races	1	4	300%

Schools Near Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				DC CAPE English Language Arts (2024)			DC CAPE Mathematics (2024)			DC CAPE English II (2024)	DC CAPE Algebra I (2024)			DC CAPE Geometry (2024)			DC CAPE English I (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	DC CAPE English Language Arts 6th Grade	DC CAPE English Language Arts 7th Grade	DC CAPE English Language Arts 8th Grade	DC CAPE Mathematics 6th Grade	DC CAPE Mathematics 7th Grade	DC CAPE Mathematics 8th Grade	DC CAPE English II End of Course	DC CAPE Algebra I 8th Grade	DC CAPE Algebra I 9th Grade	DC CAPE Algebra I End of Course	DC CAPE Geometry 9th Grade	DC CAPE Geometry 10th Grade	DC CAPE Geometry End of Course	DC CAPE English I End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Phelps Architecture Construction and Engineering High School	Public	9-12	704 26th St. NE	Washington	20002	District Of Columbia	District of Columbia Public Schools	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 729-4360	310	30	10.1		3 (1.0%)	276 (89.0%)	26 (8.4%)	2 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (1.0%)	41.1	11^th of 34 public high schools	67.6%		29.6	21^st of 34 public high schools	38.2%	10							39.4		7.2	7.1	6.7		2.5	38.0	$32,298	$3,866	$28,432
Kingsman Academy PCS	Public, Charter	6-12	1375 E Street NE	Washington	20002	District Of Columbia	Kingsman Academy PCS	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 547-1028	326	24	13.5		1 (0.3%)	319 (97.9%)	4 (1.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.6%)								(n/a)															$33,215	$4,733	$28,482
Eastern High School	Public	9-12	1700 East Capitol St. NE	Washington	20003	District Of Columbia	District of Columbia Public Schools	No	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 698-4500	866	78	11.1		21 (2.4%)	779 (90.0%)	53 (6.1%)	3 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (1.0%)	23.6	28^th of 34 public high schools	17.6%		31.5	19^th of 34 public high schools	44.1%	9							21.2				1.2	1.0	1.0	9.3	$27,913	$4,070	$23,843
Maya Angelou Academy at Youth Services Center	Public	6-12	1000 Mount Olivet Road NE	Washington	20002	District Of Columbia	Dyrs	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(202) 202-7007	0	10	.0		0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy	Public, Charter	6-12	3701 Hayes Street NE	Washington	20019	District Of Columbia	Cesar Chavez PCS for Public Policy	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 398-2230	399	43	9.2		1 (0.3%)	357 (89.5%)	35 (8.8%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (1.3%)	36.7	15^th of 34 public high schools	55.9%		36	11^th of 34 public high schools	67.6%	4	13.5	22.8	23.5	5.5	10.7	5.3	27.3	25.0		4.9				26.2	$31,072	$5,914	$25,159
DC Department of Corrections	Public	9-12	1901 D Street SE	Washington	20003	District Of Columbia	DC Jail Education Program	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(202) 698-4932	41	12	3.4		0 (0.0%)	40 (97.6%)	1 (2.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)
KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS	Public, Charter	9-12	1405 Brentwood Parkway NE	Washington	20002	District Of Columbia	KIPP Dc Pcs	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 678-2527	696	59	11.8		0 (0.0%)	675 (97.0%)	20 (2.9%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	25.8	25^th of 34 public high schools	26.5%		31.9	18^th of 34 public high schools	47.1%	7							17.6		2.7	2.7		1.9	2.3	12.4	$28,422	$3,053	$25,369
Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy	Public, Charter	9-12	4095 Minnesota Avenue NE	Washington	20019	District Of Columbia	Friendship PCS	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 396-5500	715	68	10.5		1 (0.1%)	693 (96.9%)	15 (2.1%)	1 (0.1%)	2 (0.3%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	38.3	14^th of 34 public high schools	58.8%		33.7	14^th of 34 public high schools	58.8%								24.5		5.3	5.2	11.8	11.4	10.1	23.5	$28,468	$5,598	$22,870
The SEED PCS of Washington DC	Public, Charter	9-12	4300 C Street SE	Washington	20019	District Of Columbia	Seed Pcs	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 248-7773	252	21	12.0		0 (0.0%)	242 (96.0%)	10 (4.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)														6.5	$65,302	$6,557	$58,746
Idea Pcs	Public, Charter	9-12	1027 45th Street NE	Washington	20019	District Of Columbia	Idea Pcs	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(202) 399-4750	309	28	11.0		0 (0.0%)	291 (94.2%)	16 (5.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	29.2	19^th of 34 public high schools	44.1%		25	27^th of 34 public high schools	20.6%	8							15.9			1.9		5.9	4.0	19.0	$39,420	$10,717	$28,704

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