Washington Center Special Education serves 61 students in grades 9-12.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
61 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
14 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
98%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Center Special Education?
61 students attend Washington Center Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Washington Center Special Education students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Washington Center Special Education offer ?
Washington Center Special Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington Center Special Education part of?
Washington Center Special Education is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools School District.
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