Serving 377 students in grades 9-12, Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School's student population of 377 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Latin Pcs - Upper 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 - Upper School is 0.69, 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
#27 out of 220 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
13%
18%
Black
42%
64%
White
35%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 - Upper School's ranking?
Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School is ranked #27 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School often compared to?
Washington Latin Pcs - Upper 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School?
The graduation rate of Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School is 85-89%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School?
377 students attend Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School?
Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School offer ?
Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School part of?
Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School is part of Washington Latin PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School located?
Washington Latin Pcs - Upper 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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