Paul Pcs - International High School

5800 8th Street Nw
Washington, DC 20011
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Paul Public Charter School is a charter school in northwest Washington, D.C., serving students from fifth to twelfth grade.
Serving 438 students in grades 9-12, Paul Pcs - International High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 438 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 90-94% (Top 20% in DC)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Top 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Paul Pcs - International High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Paul Pcs - International High School's student population of 438 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar

School Rankings

Paul Pcs - International High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Pcs - International High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (DC)
#174 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
3%
22%
20%
31%
≤5%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
52%
19%
Black
46%
63%
White
1%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
90-94%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
48%
10%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Pirate
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Paul Pcs - International High School's ranking?
Paul Pcs - International High School is ranked #174 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul Pcs - International High School?
The graduation rate of Paul Pcs - International High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Paul Pcs - International High School?
438 students attend Paul Pcs - International High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Paul Pcs - International High School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Pcs - International High School?
Paul Pcs - International High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Paul Pcs - International High School offer ?
Paul Pcs - International High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Pcs - International High School part of?
Paul Pcs - International High School is part of Paul PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Paul Pcs - International High School located?
Paul Pcs - International High 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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Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 438 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 90-94% (Top 20%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20% (Top 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education

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