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Prospect Learning Center

Public | PK-8 | 100 students

We are best known for special education program.
 
 
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Posted December 21, 2011

The administration at this school is awful. The teachers are really good but stuck in a situation where they get zero support. My son was involved in an incident with a staff member that resulted in physical injury to my son. Three days later I had an IEP meeting. The Special Ed coordinator was not aware and I was never contacted by the principal. Do not let the aesthetic of this school fool you, DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES ACCEPT A PLACEMENT AT THIS SCHOOL.
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Posted May 12, 2010

Though the teachers try hard, they are no supported at all by their administration. The classroom resources are scarce. Technology is extremely limited in the school. Student creativity is stifled here.


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 37% in 2012.

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Reading

The state average for Reading was 41% in 2012.

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About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington, D.C. used the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and science in grades 5, 8, and High School. The DC-CAS is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the District of Columbia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Washington DC's state standards

Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 52% in 2012.

14 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
36%

2011

 
 
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2009

 
 
13%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 49% in 2012.

14 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
14%

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2010

 
 
n/a

2009

 
 
25%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington, D.C. used the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and science in grades 5, 8, and High School. The DC-CAS is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the District of Columbia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Washington DC's state standards

Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 50% in 2012.

21 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
14%

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
31%

2009

 
 
0%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 48% in 2012.

21 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
14%

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
0%

2009

 
 
0%
Science

The state average for Science was 36% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
6%

2009

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington, D.C. used the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and science in grades 5, 8, and High School. The DC-CAS is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the District of Columbia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Washington DC's state standards

Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 49% in 2012.

11 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
0%

2011

 
 
0%

2010

 
 
11%

2009

 
 
0%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 41% in 2012.

11 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
9%

2011

 
 
5%

2010

 
 
0%

2009

 
 
0%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington, D.C. used the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and science in grades 5, 8, and High School. The DC-CAS is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the District of Columbia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Washington DC's state standards

Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

21 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
24%

2011

 
 
29%

2010

 
 
17%

2009

 
 
6%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 50% in 2012.

21 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
5%

2011

 
 
6%

2010

 
 
0%

2009

 
 
3%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington, D.C. used the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and science in grades 5, 8, and High School. The DC-CAS is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the District of Columbia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Washington DC's state standards

Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 58% in 2012.

16 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
25%

2011

 
 
42%

2010

 
 
29%

2009

 
 
0%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 49% in 2012.

16 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
0%

2011

 
 
17%

2010

 
 
3%

2009

 
 
4%
Science

The state average for Science was 39% in 2011.

24 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
4%

2010

 
 
19%

2009

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington, D.C. used the District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessment System (DC-CAS) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8 and 10, and science in grades 5, 8, and High School. The DC-CAS is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the District of Columbia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Washington DC's state standards

Source: Office of the State Superintendent of Education

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Overall academic rating

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Test score rating 2012*
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*Test scores are based on 2012 DC-CAS results from the District of Columbia.

**The academic growth rating measures how schools affect student test score improvement over time in reading and math. The data is for the 2012 school year and is provided by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education.

Climate ratings

Starting in fall 2013, we plan to release a climate rating as part of this school's overall GreatSchools Rating. The climate rating will be based on survey data about various aspects of this school's climate, such as safety, cleanliness, expectations for students, parent involvement, and more.

Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 95% 80%
Hispanic 5% 12%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 2%
White 0% 7%
Source: NCES, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 188%N/A70%
Special education 299%N/A13%
English learners 24%N/A7%
Source: 1 NCES, 2009-2010
Source: 2 Office of the State Superintendent of Education, 2011-2012

Attendance

  This school District averageState average
All Students 97%N/AN/A
Black, not Hispanic 97%N/AN/A
Hispanic 97%N/AN/A
Economically disadvantaged 97%N/AN/A
Students with disabilities 97%N/AN/A
Limited English proficient 97%N/AN/A
Source: DCPS, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 8N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher resources

Special staff resources available to students Reading specialist(s)
Read more about programs at this school
Source: Manually entered by a school official.

Special education / special needs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus
  • Special education
Level of special education programming offered
  • Intensive - the school offers a full program for many needs and/or offers at least one very comprehensive program for very challenging needs such as autism or complete visual impairment
Specialized programs for specific types of special education students
  • Emotional behavioral disabilities
  • Specific learning disabilities
  • Speech and language impairments

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM)

School facilities
  • Computer lab
  • Outdoor learning lab
  • Science lab

Arts & music

School facilities
  • Art room
Clubs
  • Art club
  • Drama club

Language learning

Foreign languages taught
  • None offered at this time.
Level of ESL/ELL programming offered
  • Moderate - the school consistently offers a full program for particular ESL/ELL needs

Health & athletics

School facilities
  • Access to sports fields
  • Gym
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

School start time
  • 7:45 am
School end time
  • 2:15pm
Before school or after school care / program onsite
  • After school
School Leader's name
  • Keesha Blythe
Best ways for parents to contact the school
  • Email
  • Phone
Special schedule
  • Block scheduling
Is there an application process?
  • No

Programs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus

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  • Special ed
  • Special education
  • Special eduction
Level of special education programming offered
  • Intensive - the school offers a full program for many needs and/or offers at least one very comprehensive program for very challenging needs such as autism or complete visual impairment
Specialized programs for specific types of special education students
  • Emotional behavioral disabilities
  • Specific learning disabilities
  • Speech and language impairments
Foreign languages taught
  • None offered at this time.
Level of ESL/ELL programming offered
  • Moderate - the school consistently offers a full program for particular ESL/ELL needs

Resources

Staff resources available to students
  • Reading specialist(s)
Extra learning resources offered
  • Remediation
Transportation provided for students by the school / district
  • X8 (Carver Terrace - Union Station)
School facilities
  • Access to sports fields
  • Art room
  • Auditorium
  • Cafeteria
  • Computer lab
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor learning lab
  • Playground
  • Science lab
Partnerships with local resources and organizations
  • Sherwood Recreation Center
  • George Mason University
  • University of District of Columbia
  • Kid Power
School leaders can update this information here.

Sports

Boys sports
  • Basketball
  • Golf
  • None offered at this time.
  • Water polo
Girls sports
  • Cheerleading
  • Golf
  • None offered at this time.
  • Track

Student clubs

Clubs (distinct from courses)
  • Art club
  • Chess club
  • Drama club
School leaders can update this information here.

Photos

School culture

Dress Code
  • Dress code
  • Uniforms
Parent involvement
  • Join PTO/PTA
School colors
  • Light blue/dark blue
School mascot
  • Panther
School leaders can update this information here.
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920 F St. NE
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Phone: (202) 548-4380

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