
Anacostia · Grades 4–8
Source: OSSE School Report Card — official rating from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education.
Friendship PCS - Southeast Middle Academy offers a secure community fostering curiosity and a love for learning, strengthening students' academic foundations in literacy and numeracy. The school operates daily from 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and requires uniforms for all students. Beyond core academics, enriching programs include an Extended Day option for families. Students can engage in various activities, from Interscholastic Sports, Basketball, and Cheerleading, to creative pursuits like the Art Club and academic exploration through the Book Club. A unique School Garden program also offers hands-on environmental learning. Priority in the admissions lottery is extended to siblings currently attending and children of staff members.
“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 Middle 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 Middle Academy serves grades 4–8 in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington DC.
Friendship PCS - Southeast Middle Academy is located in Ward 8, Anacostia, Washington DC.
Friendship PCS - Southeast Middle Academy is a DC public charter school. Contact the school directly for enrollment and seat availability.
Friendship PCS - Southeast Middle 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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