Washington Latin PCS

Washington Latin PCS

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade 5-8
5200 2nd St NW,  Washington, DC
3.9
4.6
378 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Patricia Kolb
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1230
Math Proficiency
47%
Reading Proficiency
58%
Average GPA
3.29

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.29
Reading Proficiency
58%
Math Proficiency
47%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
24
Full Time Teachers
24
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
590
Verbal
640

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
56.3%
State Average
22.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
148:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.3%
Female
46.7%
White
52%
Black
23.8%
Hispanic
12.8%
Two or more races
7.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.7%

School Rankings

#1 Best Charter MS in District of Columbia
#1 Best Public MS in District of Columbia
#2 Best Public MS Teachers in District of Columbia
Source: Niche

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 7 Students
Computer Science 3 Students
Environmental Science 3 Students
Biology 2 Students
Finance 2 Students
Economics 2 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 2 Students
Film and Video Studies 2 Students
Fashion and Apparel Design 2 Students
Chemical Engineering 2 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 11 Reviews
5.0 Senior
5/6/2022
Latin is a great school. The staff and teachers are very supportive. I have learned a lot at Latin and am happy to be graduating soon. I'm sad to have to leave the friends I've gained over the years. Latin continues to challenge me and I feel that I Weill be prepared for college.
3.0 NicheUser
8/18/2015
The school is tough to qualify. The school has become much more like a traditional public school since moving to its new building. Most of the teachers act and talk like public school teachers as opposed to logic and fact driven people.
4.0 NicheUser
11/12/2014
They look out for all the students and make sure they are all comfortable in their environment.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 9 Reviews
2.0 student
3/15/2020
I have been at Latin for 4 years and I'm ready to leave.
5.0 parent
1/27/2019
We've experienced numerous school environments and would rank Latin very highly.
5.0 parent
1/4/2017
Wonderful teaching and administrative staff, the school is extremely well-run. Small class sizes, so teachers really get to know the students. Challenging classical curriculum, difficult at first coming from DCPS but once my daughter adjusted she really started to soar -- she is constantly engaged a...
5.0 other
5/9/2015
We have swag. We have swagger. ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha

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Washington Latin PCS is a charter school for students in grades 5-8 in Washington, DC and is served by the Washington Latin Public Charter Schools in District of Columbia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 378 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 47% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 58% are proficient in reading. Washington Latin PCS has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.29. The average SAT score is 1230. The average home value in this area is $729,481. 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 Washington Latin PCS.

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