Washington Latin Public Charter is a school in Northwest, Washington, D.C., United States. It features a middle and upper school, serving grades 5–12. Washington Latin was modeled after Boston Latin School, which was the first public school in the United States that taught children under the age of 25.
Serving 356 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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- 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 356 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2006
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 0.55. 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
12%
19%
Black
37%
63%
White
40%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
356 students attend Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 12% 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 - 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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