Serving 423 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 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul Pcs - International High School's student population of 423 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul Pcs - International High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 212 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 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#147 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
43%
17%
Black
55%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
48%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Pcs - International High School's ranking?
Paul Pcs - International High School is ranked #147 out of 212 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul Pcs - International High School?
The graduation rate of Paul Pcs - International High School is 80-84%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend Paul Pcs - International High School?
423 students attend Paul Pcs - International High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Paul Pcs - International High School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Pcs - International High School?
Paul Pcs - International High School has a student ration of 10:1, 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
What school district is Paul Pcs - International High School part of?
Paul Pcs - International High School is part of Paul PCS School District.
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