Paul Public Charter School

Paul Public Charter School

Charter Middle, High School | Grade 6-8
5800 8th St NW,  Washington, DC
3.9
3.7
309 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jami D.h. Dunham
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Average SAT Score
1000
Math Proficiency
10%
Reading Proficiency
43%
Average GPA
3.25

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.25
Reading Proficiency
43%
Math Proficiency
10%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
35
Full Time Teachers
35
Teachers in First or Second Year
34.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1000
Math
510
Verbal
490

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
9.9%
State Average
22.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
334:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.4%
Female
47.6%
Hispanic
52%
Black
46.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Two or more races
<1%
White
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 5 Students
Nursing 5 Students
Computer Science 4 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 3 Students
Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 3 Students
Cosmetology Instruction and Salon Management 3 Students
Criminology 2 Students
Cosmetology 2 Students
Esthetician and Skin Care 2 Students
Computer Engineering Technician 2 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 17 Reviews
4.0 Senior
2/2/2025
Paul Public Charter School has been a good experience for me. I have met a lot of amazing teachers and students. The teachers in Paul will always give you opportunities with your work and are always there when you need help with anything.
4.0 Alum
8/8/2017
I graduated from Paul in 2017 and attended their middle and high school for a total of 7 years. I met a lot of meaningful people but it has completely gone to trash after my senior year.
3.0 NicheUser
9/12/2016
I hate how the punishment for everything in this school is DETENTION!!
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 15 Reviews
2.0 parent
7/20/2020
My overall experience was great under the leadership of Mr. Turner. Now that they have place Ms. Y as the principal I have no faith in her or the school.
2.0 teacher
6/16/2018
not the best, worked at better places
1.0 parent
3/26/2018
Administration is more concerned with covering their butts then fixing deficits many teachers and the principal left or were fired from the middle school mid year with no explanation..i would not recommend this school
5.0 parent
9/18/2014
I registered my son for Paul PCS, I was very surprised at the variety of extracurricular activities from chess club to swim team to volleyball and Paul encourages each student to joint an extracurricular activity. The teachers go out of there way to make sure you as the parent no not just when your...

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Paul Public Charter School is a charter school for students in grades 6-8 in Washington, DC and is served by the Paul Public Charter Schools in District of Columbia. The school has a total enrollment of 309 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Academic records show that 10% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 43% are proficient in reading. Paul Public Charter School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.25. The average SAT score is 1000. The average home value in this area is $654,930. Discover additional schools in the area, like Capital City Public Charter School, Friendship Ideal Academy, Washington Latin PCS - Upper School, and more. Learn more about what Washington has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Paul Public Charter School.

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