Serving 1,523 students in grades 6-12, District Of Columbia International 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 41% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
District Of Columbia International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
District Of Columbia International School's student population of 1,523 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
District Of Columbia International School ranks within the top 20% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of District Of Columbia International School is 0.71, 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
#34 out of 212 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)61%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
41%
17%
Black
30%
65%
White
18%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is District Of Columbia International School's ranking?
District Of Columbia International School is ranked #34 out of 212 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are District Of Columbia International School often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of District Of Columbia International School?
The graduation rate of District Of Columbia International School is 95%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend District Of Columbia International School?
1,523 students attend District Of Columbia International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of District Of Columbia International School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of District Of Columbia International School?
District Of Columbia International School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does District Of Columbia International School offer ?
District Of Columbia International School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is District Of Columbia International School part of?
District Of Columbia International School is part of District Of Columbia International School District.
In what neighborhood is District Of Columbia International School located?
District Of Columbia International 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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