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#19 of 45 private schools in DC

Top 40% of private schools

Washington International School

School

3100 MACOMB ST NW, Washington, DC 20008

Private

Enrollment

847

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

District of Columbia private schools

#19 of 45

In Washington

#19 of 45

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Washington International School

6.6/10

School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Washington International School

Washington International School is a private school in Washington, DC. Washington International School serves approximately 847 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington International School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 45 private schools in DC.

How it comparesOn par with DC schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • DC avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Washington International School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Washington International School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Washington International School compares to 241 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
This School
vs
11.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
847
This School
vs
385
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 43% vs 0%
Hispanic 16.9% vs 0%
Black 6.5% vs 0%
Asian 3.8% vs 0%
Washington International School Washington Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Washington International School (this school) 6.6
Eaton ES 8.2
Oyster-Adams Bilingual School 8.1
Hearst ES 9.4
Bancroft ES 8.6
Stoddert ES 8.9
Hardy MS 8.2
H.D. Cooke ES 6.4
Columbia Heights Education Campus 6.4
Duke Ellington School of the Arts 5.9
Marie Reed ES 8.3
Mann ES 7.8
Murch ES 7.9
Janney ES 8.9
Jackson-Reed HS 7.6
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights 6.3
Deal MS 8.6
Hyde-Addison ES 7.7
Powell ES 7.5
Tubman ES 5.7
Ross ES 9.7

Showing 20 of 241 schools. View all schools in Washington

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DC.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,305
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 70%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Enrollment 847
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in DC

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 43.0%
Two or More 29.0%
Hispanic 16.9%
Black 6.5%
Asian 3.8%
Pacific Islander 0.7%
Native American 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3100 MACOMB ST NW, Washington, DC 20008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington International School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WHITTLE SCHOOL AND STUDIOS (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARET SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MARET SCHOOL Washington 0.3 mi 8.1
Eaton ES Washington 0.3 mi 8.2
AIDAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington 0.5 mi 8.0
Oyster-Adams Bilingual School Washington 0.6 mi 8.1
WHITTLE SCHOOL AND STUDIOS Washington 0.7 mi 8.4
EDMUND BURKE SCHOOL Washington 0.7 mi 7.2
WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS Washington 0.7 mi 8.3
Hearst ES Washington 0.8 mi 9.4
SIDWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL Washington 0.9 mi 6.6
FRANKLIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington 1.1 mi
ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington 0.9 mi 7.4
BRITISH INT'L SCHL WASHINGTON Washington 1.1 mi 5.6
SHERIDAN SCHOOL Washington 1.1 mi 6.9
Hardy MS Washington 1.2 mi 8.2
Stoddert ES Washington 1.2 mi 8.9
Bancroft ES Washington 1.1 mi 8.6
Duke Ellington School of the Arts Washington 1.4 mi 5.9
Murch ES Washington 1.5 mi 7.9
NATIONAL PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Washington 1.3 mi 6.0
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Washington 1.3 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,653

Median Home Value

$894,100

Median Rent

$2,202/mo

Population

28,743

College Educated

88.9%

Homeownership

35.6%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

39.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
SIDWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL Washington, DC 6.6
GEORGETOWN DAY SCHOOL Washington, DC 6.4
MARET SCHOOL Washington, DC 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington International School

What grades does Washington International School serve?

Washington International School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Washington International School?

Washington International School has an enrollment of approximately 847 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington International School?

The student-teacher ratio at Washington International School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Washington International School rank in DC?

Washington International School ranks #19 of 45 private schools in DC.

What is Washington International School's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington International School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Washington International School a private school?

Yes, Washington International School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Washington International School a religious school?

No, Washington International School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
69 Good Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
847
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
97
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia

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