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Friendship PCS - Blow-Pierce Elementary

Public Charter School

Grades Served
in 2026-27 PK3–3

Grades Accepting
New Applicants in 2026-27 All

Address 725 19TH STREET NE Phone 202-572-1070 Who can I talk to about special education services at this school? Tiara Williams
202-572-1070 ext. 2102
[email protected]

School Hours 7:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Extended Hours 7:00 a.m.-7:45 a.m.
3:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Before and after care available_{Sliding Scale/Voucher}_{Contact school for details}

School Uniform Required

2018-19 STAR RATING(CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE)

About this school

Blow Pierce Elementary provides a vibrant, safe community that inspires curiosity, exploration and a love for learning. Our Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool for 3- and 4-year-olds builds early literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills through inquiry-based, hands-on learning with art, literature and nature. In K-3, our proven Science of Reading and Math programs lays the foundation for Pre-AP coursework like Algebra by middle school. Small group instruction provides personalized support for every student, while extracurricular activities encourage students to discover their interests and unique gifts.

Feeder Pattern

Friendship PCS - Blow-Pierce Middle

Specialized Programs

Extended Day
Interscholastic Sports

Additional Enrichment Offered

Basketball, Cheerleading, Dance, Flag Football, Spelling Bee Club, Spanish Club, Tennis, Cooking Club, Mentoring, Instrumental Club, Track, Soccer

Points of Pride

• Top-ranked preschool
• Math and Reading performance among D.C.'s highest
• Tier 1 school since 2016

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES N/A

Learn more about this school's DC CAPE and accountability scores by visiting the DC School Report Card website.

Learn more about this school’s Charter and Financial disclosure statements from the Public Charter School Board at PCSB School Profile Page.

Learn more about this school’s Historic Waitlist offers, seats, and applications in prior lottery cycles.

Total 2024-25 Enrollment 271 Student Demographics

98% Black/African-American

<1% Asian

1% Hispanic / Latino

<1% Native American / Alaska Native

<1% Native Hawaiian / Other Pacific Islander

<1% White non-Hispanic

<1% Multiracial

Lottery Preferences
1. Transfer
2. Sibling Attending
3. Children of Staff
4. Sibling Offered
School Resources
Friendship Blow Pierce Elementary School Website
Parent Resources

Additional Resources

School Report Card

PCSB School Profile

Historical Waitlist Information

2024-2025 LOTTERY

PK3

73

0

PK4

26

1

K

27

1

24

2

14

0

3

16

0

_{Federal and District law require equal access to services for students with special education needs and English Language Learners. For additional information, please contact the Office of the State Superintendent of Education at (202) 727-6436 or at [email protected].}

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