Serving 383 students in grades 5-8, Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#23 out of 220 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
24%
64%
White
52%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School's ranking?
Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School is ranked #23 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School often compared to?
Washington Latin Pcs - Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Basis Dc Pcs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School?
383 students attend Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School?
Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School offer ?
Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School part of?
Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School is part of Washington Latin PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School located?
Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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