District of Columbia International School is a public charter school in Washington, DC. It offers an International Baccalaureate education to students in grades 6 to 12. Each student learns in a partial language immersion program in Spanish, French or Chinese.
Serving 1,654 students in grades 6-12, District Of Columbia International 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 33% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 86% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
District Of Columbia International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
District Of Columbia International School's student population of 1,654 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 160 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,654 students
Total Classroom Teachers
160 teachers
Year Founded
2014
Colors
White, Blue
School Motto
Building Global Citizens
Average Class Size
27 students
School Rankings
District Of Columbia International 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 District Of Columbia International School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#34 out of 220 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
40%
19%
Black
26%
62%
White
21%
14%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Three-headed Dragon (representing Three Language Tracks)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is District Of Columbia International School's ranking?
District Of Columbia International School is ranked #34 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are District Of Columbia International School often compared to?
District Of Columbia International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Basis Dc Pcs, Washington Latin Pcs - Middle School, Washington Latin Pcs - Upper School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of District Of Columbia International School?
The graduation rate of District Of Columbia International School is 85-89%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend District Of Columbia International School?
1,654 students attend District Of Columbia International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of District Of Columbia International School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of District Of Columbia International School?
District Of Columbia International School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does District Of Columbia International School offer ?
District Of Columbia International School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is District Of Columbia International School part of?
District Of Columbia International School is part of District Of Columbia International.
In what neighborhood is District Of Columbia International School located?
District Of Columbia International School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 72 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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