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Community Academy PCS - Online

Charter | K-8 | 111 students

We are best known for award-winning K12 curriculum.
 
 
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Posted March 27, 2012

Enrolling my children in CAPCS Online has been the best investment in their education I only wish I had known about this program years ago. The curriculum is comprehensive and rich and has exposed my children to a broad range of information in each core subject, giving them a competitive advantage. The combination of home instruction, online classes and weekly face-to-face sessions with their peers allows me flexibility with teaching and gives my children a focus on learning that traditional public school cannot offer. The administrative staff and teachers are top-notch and very supportive of the students and parents. I am thrilled with my children s growth this year and I definitely plan to enroll my children again.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 23, 2012

This has been the best choice for schooling my son and niece. They have learned and achieved so much in this school year. The teachers are wonderful, and show ton of love and support to each and every child and parent. I would definately recommend this for anyone who is not getting their worth at a traditional school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 21, 2012

My family has been a part of CAPCS Online for three years now, and I wouldn't trade our experience for anything! What attracted us to CAPCS Online was the flexible schedule and well-known curriculum. What kept us at the school was the outstanding staff and the fact that my son was enjoying learning! Great school, awesome staff, fabulous network of parents - all in all, a fantastic place to be!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 21, 2012

This is our first year with CAPCS Online. Our children had always attended private Catholic schools, and we had been very pleased. However, when our daughter was the victim of bullying we knew we had to make a change. Initially, as a temporary solution, we decided on CAPCS Online. Now that we've seen all the benefits to this less traditional schooling, we are sold! The flexible schedule has been so wonderful for our family. We've taken vacations in the off-season, music lessons in the middle of the day, not to mention, homework is not the overwhelming stress it once was. Our children can actually have free time at the end of each day. Another huge benefit is that the children can work at their own pace. If they are enjoying a certain subject they can do two or three lessons in a day. If they are struggling with a concept, they can spend a little more time, until it is mastered. As a parent new to all of this, it seemed overwhelming at first, but the materials are top notch, and the support is incredible. Lesson plans, supplemental material, and everything the "learning coach" requires is at your disposal, not to mention help is just a phone call away. FABULOUS!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 8, 2012

I love this school! Why? Excellent principal, teachers, and support staff. This school has a challenging curriculum ( I believe grade level +1). They support the parents and really ensure that the 'partnership' to further the children is solid. For the parents that are looking for an alternative to traditional public school but can not afford a private education, I believe this to be THE BEST alternative. This school allows children to move at an advanced pace. Yet, should your child need additional help, they give individualized tutoring as well. They provide everything you would need for your child (computer, printer, standardized testing, all curriculum, foreign language.....) All in all, if you want the most out of this program, you must be willing to put a lot into it. However, if you do, what a gem you'll find at Community Academy - Virtual Campus!! They structure the program to ensure you don't fail and your child truly gets exactly what they need. My family has been with the school for years and we are extremely pleased with the progress we have seen in our children. They are not only learning, but challenged and encouraged to be individual thinkers!
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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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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54%

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38%

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Reading

The state average for Reading was 41% in 2012.

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77%

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54%

2009

 
 
73%
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 52% in 2012.

13 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
62%

2010

 
 
64%

2009

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 49% in 2012.

13 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
46%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
55%
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.

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2011

 
 
50%

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2009

 
 
40%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 48% in 2012.

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67%

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2009

 
 
70%
Science

The state average for Science was 36% in 2011.

11 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
n/a

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.

12 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
43%

2010

 
 
40%

2009

 
 
50%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 41% in 2012.

12 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
50%

2010

 
 
40%

2009

 
 
75%
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.

14 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
60%

2009

 
 
70%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 50% in 2012.

14 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
60%

2009

 
 
91%
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.

10 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
64%

2009

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 49% in 2012.

10 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
n/a
Science

The state average for Science was 39% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
36%

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

GreatSchools Rating

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Academic rating
8 / 10
Climate rating
Coming 2013

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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 73% 80%
White 24% 7%
Hispanic 3% 12%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 2%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 10%N/A70%
Special education 27%N/A13%
English learners 20%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 92%N/AN/A
Female 92%N/AN/A
Male 93%N/AN/A
Asian/Pacific Islander 100%N/AN/A
Black, not Hispanic 91%N/AN/A
Hispanic 100%N/AN/A
White, not Hispanic 96%N/AN/A
Economically disadvantaged 94%N/AN/A
Not economically disadvantaged 92%N/AN/A
Students with disabilities 99%N/AN/A
General-Education students 92%N/AN/A
Not limited English proficient 92%N/AN/A
Source: DCPS, 2009-2010

Teacher resources

Foreign languages spoken by school staff Spanish
Read more about programs at this school
Source: Manually entered by a school official.

Special education / special needs

Level of special education programming offered
  • Basic - the school offers or partners to provide services based on the needs of individual students

Language learning

Level of ESL/ELL programming offered
  • Basic - the school offers or partners to provide services based on the needs of individual students
Foreign languages spoken by staff
  • Spanish

Gifted & talented

Instructional and/or curriculum models used
  • Accelerated credit learning
  • Gifted / high performing
  • Honors track
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

School start time
  • 8:00am
School end time
  • 4:00pm
School Leader's name
  • John T. Sloane
Best ways for parents to contact the school
  • Email
Gender
  • Coed
Is there an application process?
  • Yes
Fax number
  • (202) 543-8393

Programs

Instructional and/or curriculum models used

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  • Accelerated credit learning
  • Gifted / high performing
  • Honors track
  • Independent Study
  • Virtual school
Level of special education programming offered
  • Basic - the school offers or partners to provide services based on the needs of individual students
Level of ESL/ELL programming offered
  • Basic - the school offers or partners to provide services based on the needs of individual students

Resources

Foreign languages spoken by staff
  • Spanish
School leaders can update this information here.

Photos

School culture

Dress Code
  • Neither uniforms nor dress code
More from this school
  • CAPCS Online offers: The award-winning K¹² curriculum Full-time, tuition-free online public school option Support from highly qualified, state-certified teachers An active, supportive school community A range of extracurricular activities A robust Advanced Learner Program Online lessons, plus books, materials, and loaner computer system A variety of instructional models to meet each student's unique learning style, including independent learning, teacher-supported courses, and teacher-led courses
School leaders can update this information here.
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1351 Nicholson Street, NW
Washington, DC 20011
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Phone: (866) 339-8742

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