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District Of Columbia International School

Washington, DC

CharterHigh · Grades 6–12
dcinternationalschool.org1400 Main Drive Nw, Washington, DC 20012(202) 808-9033
Test scores
DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education

English language arts

56.3% for meeting or exceeding expectations in 2025–26.

Measure2023–242024–252025–26
Test takers1,1181,2121,221
Share49.8%56.8%56.3%

DC CAPE

Measure2023–242024–252025–26
Test takers1,118Not reportedNot reported
Level 113.9%11.1%11.9%
Level 214.8%13.0%11.1%
Level 321.4%19.0%20.6%
Level 435.8%37.0%34.2%
Level 514.0%19.8%22.1%

Math

33.8% for meeting or exceeding expectations in 2025–26.

Measure2023–242024–252025–26
Test takers1,0991,1551,171
Share26.5%33.8%33.8%

DC CAPE

Measure2023–242024–252025–26
Test takers1,099Not reportedNot reported
Level 119.0%13.7%13.8%
Level 225.9%25.4%25.4%
Level 328.6%27.1%27.0%
Level 422.5%26.8%27.2%
Level 54.0%6.9%6.6%

DC CAPE Levels 4–5 meet or exceed expectations.

Discipline
State and federal reports

DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education

3.5% out-of-school suspension rate in 2024–25.

Out-of-school suspension rate

Measure2022–232023–242024–25
Student count1,5961,6221,668
Rate5.3%3.8%3.5%

In-school suspensions rate

Measure2022–232023–242024–25
Student count1,5961,6221,668
Rate5.5%3.7%5.0%

Expulsions rate

Measure2022–232023–242024–25
Student count1,5961,6221,668
Rate0.1%0.1%0.1%

U.S. Department of Education

Measure2021–222023–24
Enrolled in the fall1,5471,626
Suspended out of school3.4% · 533.6% · 58
Suspended in school4.3% · 673.8% · 61
Expelled0.1% · 10.1% · 1
School Profile

Location

City, Large

Enrollment

1,619 students

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

Demographics
Hispanic/Latino41.4%
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White19.9%
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Black or African American26.1%
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Asian2.8%
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Two or More Races9.5%
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American Indian or Alaska Native0.1%
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Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander0.1%
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Teaching Approach

Updated 8mo ago

DC International School (DCI) centers its teaching on an IB-for-all model that emphasizes inquiry-based learning aligned to the International Baccalaureate’s principles and curriculum, aiming to develop globally minded, knowledgeable, and caring students. Its approach also stresses student agency (student-driven, personalized learning) and advanced multilingual proficiency (Spanish, French, or Chinese), with a stated commitment to social justice and sustainability.

Admissions

Updated 8mo ago

DC International School (DCI) admits new students only in grades 6–9 and only through the My School DC common lottery (families cannot apply directly to DCI), and the school is open to DC residents. (dcinternationalschool.org) For SY 2026–27, the lottery application opens December 15, 2025, with deadlines of February 2, 2026 (grade 9) and March 2, 2026 (grades 6–8), and results are released online on March 27, 2026; matched families must complete enrollment by the common deadline (May 1). (dcinternationalschool.org) Applicants must select a language track (Chinese, French, and/or Spanish), and DCI states there are no prerequisites such as prior IB experience, GPA, or minimum language proficiency. (dcinternationalschool.org) If DCI has more applicants than available seats, My School DC creates a waitlist and schools extend offers as seats open; waitlists are ordered by preference groups and then random lottery number, and families can track positions through their My School DC account. (myschooldc.org) DCI-specific priorities include preference for current 5th graders at DCI member elementary schools applying to 6th grade in their current language track, plus sibling preference (same language track), children-of-staff preference, and founders preference. (dcinternationalschool.org)

Admissions Timeline

Updated 8mo ago

Application DeadlineFeb 2 – Mar 2
Lottery DateMar 27
Enrollment OpensMar 27
Waitlist: Available
School Hours

Updated 8mo ago

8:20 a.m. – Dismissal: Monday–Thursday at 3:25 p.m. (middle school) / 3:35 p.m. (high school); Friday early dismissal: 1:00 p.m. (MS) / 1:05 p.m. (HS)

After-School Care

Updated 8mo ago

Available
Mondays-Thursdays: 3:45 pm-5:15 pm, with the option of Post-ACE Lounge from 5:15 pm-6:00 pm. Fridays: 1:00 pm-4:30 pm, though students can stay as late as 6:00 pm for no additional cost.
Costs: Middle School ACE Pricing (Monday - Thursday) *ACE pricing is based on the number of classes taken per trimester and there are tuition discounts for students that receive FARMS and EA (Extra Assistance). Regular Tuition per Trimester (12-14 weeks of meetings): $135 per Class $270 for Classes that meet 2 days per week $405 for Classes that meet 3 days per week $540 for Classes that meet 4 days per week FARMS (Free and Reduced Meals) Tuition per Trimester (12-14 weeks of meetings): $60 per Class $120 for Classes that meet 2 days per week $180 for Classes that meet 3 days per week $240 for Classes that meet 4 days per week EA (Extra Assistance) Tuition per Trimester (12-14 weeks of meetings): Students are only charged for Friday ACE $45 per Trimester Post-ACE Lounge Pricing Regular Tuition: $50 per day of the week per Trimester. If you need the Lounge two days per week, it would be $100, three days per week $150, four days per week $200 total for the Trimester. FARMS Tuition: $25 per day of the week per Trimester. If you need the Lounge two days per week, it would be $50, three days per week $75, four days per week $100 total for the Trimester. EA Tuition: The first two days per week per Trimester of the Lounge would be free. If you need one additional day per week per Trimester, it would be $5 total; if you need four days per week of aftercare, it would be $10 total per Trimester. Drop-In Tuition: $6 per day (Reg), $4 per day (FARMS), and $1 per day (EA) Costs: High School After-school programming at the High School level is FREE; however, students are required to have no balances for previous ACE registration, Chromebooks, and lunch.

ACE is our exciting after-school program offering a wide variety of clubs and activities for students in grades 6-12. From cooking to robotics and arts, there's something for everyone!

Public school directory

NCES ID 110009700492

District
District Of Columbia International School
Status
Open
School category
Regular School
Charter
Yes
Virtual instruction
No virtual instruction
Enrollment
1,619 students
Teachers (FTE)
152.3

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