District of Columbia International School

District of Columbia International School

Public Charter School

6–12
6–9
1400 MAIN DRIVE NW 202-808-9033 Nivea Greene
nivea.greene@dcinternationalschool.org

This school offers a Chinese language program, a Spanish language program, and a French language program. You may apply to one, two or all three. No previous language experience is needed.

MTWTh: 8:15 a.m.-3:35 p.m.
F: 8:15 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
MTWTh: 3:45 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
F: 1:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

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District of Columbia International School

District of Columbia International School (DCI) is a high-performing public charter school serving 1,600+ students in grades 6–12. As an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, we offer an IB for All model, making a traditionally selective curriculum accessible to every student with strong supports. We foster student agency and inclusion and center language learning to empower students to navigate a multilingual world.

Advanced Placement
Career and Technical Education
Dual College Enrollment
Dual Language/Immersion
International Baccalaureate
Interscholastic Sports
Restorative Justice Program
School Garden

DCI offers 150+ clubs and activities (lunch clubs, after-school clubs), 15 sports and 48 teams (MS, JV, Varsity, Boys, Girls, Coed).

• DCI is an IB World School committed to a globally minded curriculum including the Middle Years, Diploma, and Career Programs for all students.
• Our member school model supports continuous language learning for students in Chinese, French, and Spanish starting as early as PK3.
• DCI has won the most championships in the DC Public Charter School Athletics Association (PCSAA) over the last five years!

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Learn more about this school's DC CAPE and accountability scores by visiting the DC School Report Card website. Learn more about this school’s Charter and Financial disclosure statements from the Public Charter School Board at PCSB School Profile Page. Learn more about this school’s Historic Waitlist offers, seats, and applications in prior lottery cycles.

1654
  • 26%  Black/African-American
  • 3%  Asian
  • 40%  Hispanic / Latino
  • <1%  Native American / Alaska Native
  • <1%  Native Hawaiian / Other Pacific Islander
  • 21%  White non-Hispanic
  • 10%  Multiracial

This school has multiple lottery options, please visit the historic waitlist page HERE for detailed data.
Federal and District law require equal access to services for students with special education needs and English Language Learners. For additional information, please contact the Office of the State Superintendent of Education at (202) 727-6436 or at osse@dc.gov.

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1400 MAIN DRIVE NW

Ward 4

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