Phelps Architecture, Construction, and Engineering High School
Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 729-4360
Fax: (202) 442-8438
District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades 9,10,11,12 • 350 students
Phelps Architecture, Construction, and Engineering High School, a public school located in Washington, DC, serves grades 9-12 in the District Of Columbia Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Phelps Architecture, Construction, and Engineering High School is a public school located in Washington, DC. 350 students attend Phelps Architecture, Construction, and Engineering High School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 8/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 District of Columbia Comprehensive Assessments of Progress in Education data from DC Public Schools. |
| College Readiness | 8/10 | The College Readiness Rating uses this high school's graduation rates, college entrance exam participation and performance, or AP, IB, or Dual Enrollment participation to determine how well schools are preparing students for success in college and beyond. The College Readiness Rating was created using the following data from the 2021 Civil Rights Data Collection: percentage of students enrolled in IB, AP or Dual Enrollment classes in grades 9-12, using 2025 SAT percent college ready data from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education, using 2025 4-year high school graduation rate data from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education, and using 2024 demographic data from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education. |
| Student Growth | 6/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education, and using 2025 Percentage of students meeting growth target data from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education. |
Posted: December 22, 2021
Phelps Architecture, Construction & Engineering High School is the Best in Washington DC!!!
I would like to thank so much the Principal Dr.Emmett who is reacheable, very humble, kind, professional, knowledgeable, helpful, respectful, sociable, & excellent communicator. He has 30 years experience, thats impressive!!! He analyzes situations very well & meticulously with critical thinking skills.
He had an interview with my son & he made sure my son is happy to choose the pathway that he is passionate about & also analyzed his future goals. He associated the staff specialized in that field who has 25 years experience & they both kindly explained us candidly/honestly the curriculum they currently offer.
I would like to also thank so much the administration including the Assistant Principal & both Secretaries who are very kind, friendly, sociable, knowledgeable, helpful, respectful & excellent communicators as well..
I would like to thank so much also the Security Officers who made sure the school is safe, using a scanner machine @the entrance which could detect potential dangerous objects so I like that & I think that all high schools should have that great model system.
Even though they dont have all the software engineering program were looking for, I still applied to that school for my son as Im more reassured, & comfortable that my son will be in a great environment well structured & organized with very kind & respectful staff & very well disciplined & kind students if he is accepted into Phelps ACE High School.
I hope this high school will have Software Engineering programs incorporated in the future.
Phelps ACE High School is a great place to be for an excellent multidisciplinary education!!!
Thank you so much for all their time, explanation, patience & help, so we greatly appreciate it!!!
I would like to thank so much also the representative Ms.Anna @the DC schools hotline for her patience, kindness, understanding & help. Ms.Anna kindly finalized the submission of my sons application. The staff of the DC Hotline had been very guiding also since I contacted them, so we greatly appreciate it!!!
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Posted: September 8, 2015
I encountered some very committed teachers at this school but also encountered those who lack compassion for students who may have trouble adjusting to the environment. In general, students who need extra support can forget it.
Posted: September 8, 2015
While the school certainly boasts a very strong curriculum for students who are interested in STEM related subjects, there is nothing being done to protect students from the violence in the area. The administration's response to violent attacks on students in and around the school building is to deflect responsibility rather than work to provide a safe environment for students, especially for those who participate in after school activities. If you are considering this school, you should also consider coordinating private transportation in the afternoons to ensure your child's safety.
Posted: September 8, 2015
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Posted: August 28, 2013
So far this school ROCKS!!!! the Administration is very attentive & caring. Never judge a school by the neighborhood. I was hesitant considering the benning road area but based on presentation, professionalism, curriculum & overall demeanor of the students PHELPS far exceeds my expectations... Looking forward to a great experience!!!
Posted: June 7, 2012
Love it. My son transferred to this school from Orlando, FL. He was doing ok in Florida but not great. I was trying to figure out how I could get him into a private high school as I was terrified about what he may face in a DC Public School. My son is now flourishing under the total leadership at Phelps. Having some experience with private schools in the area, Phelps should be ranked among the best. Unless they change the leadership, my son will be back.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The VIO | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Washington SW | DC | 2.4 mi | |
| 2 | Takoma Park | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Takoma Park | MD | 6.1 mi | |
| 3 | Reserve at Potomac Yard | Apartment Complex | Alexandria | VA | 6.2 mi | |
| 4 | Beverly Hills | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 6.8 mi | |
| 5 | Twenty400 | Apartment Complex | Arlington | VA | 6.9 mi | |
| 6 | Rivergate | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 7.1 mi | |
| 7 | Shirlington | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Arlington | VA | 7.5 mi | |
| 8 | The Willoughby | Condominium/Townhouse | Chevy Chase | MD | 7.6 mi | |
| 9 | Henry | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 7.6 mi | |
| 10 | Fords Landing | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 8.1 mi | |
| 11 | Hillandale | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 8.7 mi | |
| 12 | Forest Knolls | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 9.1 mi | |
| 13 | Midtown Alexandria Station | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 9.1 mi | |
| 14 | Leeway Overlee - N Arlington | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Arlington | VA | 9.3 mi | |
| 15 | Burgundy Woods | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 9.6 mi | |
| 16 | DuMont Oaks | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 9.7 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Capitol Hill | Washington | DC | 1.8 mi | |
| 2 | Washington DC | Washington D.C. | DC | 2.8 mi | |
| 3 | Georgetown | Washington | DC | 4.3 mi | |
| 4 | Pentagon City | Arlington | VA | 6 mi | |
| 5 | Silver Spring | Silver Spring | MD | 6.8 mi | |
| 6 | Arlington | Arlington | VA | 7.9 mi | |
| 7 | Old Town Alexandria | Alexandria | VA | 8.1 mi | |
| 8 | National Harbor | Fort Washington | MD | 8.4 mi | |
| 9 | White Oak | Silver Spring | MD | 8.7 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Marine Barracks Washington | 2 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 2.3 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 3.3 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 3.4 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 4.9 mi. |
| Pentagon | 5 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 5.9 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 5.9 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 8 mi. |
| Mark Center Alexandria | 9.2 mi. |
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 9.5 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 13 mi. |
| Fort Belvoir | 16.2 mi. |
| Fort Meade NSA | 18.3 mi. |
| Indian Head Naval Base | 24.3 mi. |
| NRO Chantilly | 25.8 mi. |
| US Naval Academy | 26.7 mi. |
| Annapolis Naval Station | 27.6 mi. |
| Coast Guard Curtis Bay | 29.8 mi. |
| Quantico Marine Base | 36.1 mi. |
| Dahlgren NSWC | 38.7 mi. |
| Fort Detrick | 44.4 mi. |
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