


Anacostia · Grades PK3–3
Source: OSSE School Report Card — official rating from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education.
Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary Academy provides a secure community that fosters curiosity and a love for learning in all students. Its highly-rated preschool program builds foundational literacy and numeracy skills. The school day operates from 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with an Extended Day program offering additional support and activities. A uniform is required for all students. Beyond the classroom, students can engage in Interscholastic Sports and explore the School Garden. Enrichment opportunities are available through activities like Art Club, Basketball, Book Club, and Cheerleading. Lottery priority is extended to siblings currently attending and children of staff members, ensuring a connected community for families.
“Southeast Elementary is a vibrant, safe community that fosters curiosity and a love for learning. Our top-ranked preschool builds literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills through hands-on, inquiry-based learning with art, literature, nature, and technology like coding and robotics. In K-3, our Science of Reading and Math programs prepare students for Pre-AP courses like Algebra by middle school, with small-group instruction offering personalized support for every student.”
Specialized Programs
Enrichment
Art Club · Basketball · Book Club · Cheerleading · Chess Club · Drama Club · Football · Math Club · Robotics Club · Spanish Club · STEM Club
645 MILWAUKEE PLACE SE
Not required
All DC residents enrolled at Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary Academy (ages 5–21) qualify for Kids Ride Free — a SmarTrip card that grants free Metrobus, Metrorail, and DC Circulator rides on school days.
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Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary Academy serves grades PK3–3 in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington DC.
Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary Academy is located in Ward 8, Anacostia, Washington DC.
Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary Academy is a DC public charter school. Contact the school directly for enrollment and seat availability.
Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary Academy 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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