Looking at the numbers, the British International School of Washington boasts impressive stats. Its 550 students, ranging in age from 2-18 years old, represent more than 70 nationalities and the school’s International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme averages a 94% pass rate among graduates.
BISW prides itself on more than numbers, providing a robust and welcoming learning environment and benefiting from its proximity to D.C.’s world-class museums and cultural offerings. BISW aims to graduate resilient, globally-minded pupils well-positioned to attend their first-choice universities. Students participate in extracurriculars like Lego design, coding and drama club, and sports, including basketball, football, field hockey, tennis and cricket.
Additionally, the school’s collaborations with Juilliard, UNICEF and MIT provide enrichment in the arts, STEAM and humanitarian endeavors. Whether traveling to the National Gallery of Art or hitting the books before IB testing, students at BISW thrive in an environment that nourishes the next generation of global citizens.
British International School of Washington
Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School
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Grade Pre-K-12
2001 Wisconsin Ave NW,
Washington, DC
510
Students
A+
School Details
Head of School
Ian Piper
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Average SAT Score
1390
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.65
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$34,000
Niche Grade
A+
B+
A+
B
C
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.65
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
65
Full Time Teachers
60
Part Time Teachers
5
College Prep
Average SAT
1390
Math
700
Verbal
700
Average ACT
29
Math
27
English
29
Reading
30
Science
28
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
White
85.8%
Black
5.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.3%
Two or more races
3.4%
Hispanic
<1%
School Rankings
#5
Best Private K12 Schools in District of Columbia
#9
Best HS For Stem in District of Columbia
#10
Best Private HS in District of Columbia
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Los Angeles
12 Students
University of Virginia
11 Students
University of Pennsylvania
11 Students
Princeton University
11 Students
Boston University
10 Students
Yale University
10 Students
New York University
9 Students
Carnegie Mellon University
9 Students
Georgetown University
9 Students
Columbia University
8 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology
8 Students
Computer Science
7 Students
Business
5 Students
Psychology
5 Students
Political Science and Government
5 Students
Economics
5 Students
International Relations
5 Students
Criminology
4 Students
Pre-Law Studies
4 Students
Physics
4 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
10/24/2023
This is a positive learning environment that allows students to explore a range of avenues through academics, arts and sports. I appreciate the effort from coworkers and admin, when communicating and collaborating, to ensure that we help students strive to reach their optimal success.
2/28/2022
Teachers are a stand out element of this school and the IB diploma offered is an excellent course for high school students but a general lack of facilities prevents the school from offering an adequate sports program.
2/23/2019
It's good educationally, but socially it lacks a fun and uplifting atmosphere. Students are not extremely motivated but teachers always help if asked. Clubs and sports are very poor due to the lack of faculties and lack of motivation to join any clubs.
GreatSchools Reviews
11/8/2023
BISW Student Here. The management and authority are horrendous. There is an extreme lack of communication between staff members, often leading to a negative experience for the students. Not only is the authority bad, as no rule seems to apply to anyone but it is also messy. The school faculty is ver...
6/6/2023
My son is in pre-nursery and absolutely loves going to school. The teachers are very warm and friendly and have taught him so much. The community with the other parents is amazing, and the head of primary is such a warm and capable person. I wish I had brought my older kids here sooner!
1/18/2023
I currently am a student at this school. The food quality and sanitation are horrendous. The bathrooms are dirty and often not in service, and there is a lot of bullying happening. In the classroom, students are disruptive and disrespectful to the teacher and their peers. The teachers are stubborn a...
1/15/2020
My daughter in the preschool program and we love it. The teachers are caring and highly qualified. Stimulating curriculum with music classes and weekly library sessions. Wonderful environment for young children to learn and play.
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43 Total Sales
1 Near This School
$1,225,000 Price
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129 Total Sales
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$325K - $3.4M Price Range
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64 Total Sales
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$240K - $1.6M Price Range
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105 Total Sales
1 Near This School
$795,000 Price
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Map
List Price Range
$424K - $10.3M
Homes For Sale
65
Average Home Value
$1,781,378
Median Lot Size
2,613 Sq Ft
% Renters
45%
Average Household Income
$193,652
% of College Grads
88.4%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
2,920 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
69.4%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Francis Scott Key Park
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Rose Park
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Montrose Park
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- Pickleball
Volta Park Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
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- Pool
Capital Crescent Trail
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- River
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British International School of Washington is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 2001 Wisconsin Ave NW in Washington, DC. Annual tuition is $34,000. The school has a total enrollment of 510 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. British International School of Washington has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.65, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1390 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $1,781,378. Discover additional schools in the area, like Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School, Maret School, St. Albans School, and more. Learn more about what Washington has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near British International School of Washington.