Paul PCS - MS

School Overview
Paul Public Charter School (PCS) Middle School, located in the Brightwood neighborhood of Washington, D.C., is a prominent educational institution dedicated to preparing students for success in high school and beyond. The school operates with a focus on rigorous academic standards, character development, and creating a supportive community environment. By emphasizing a culture of high expectations and personalized instruction, Paul PCS seeks to bridge the achievement gap and ensure that its diverse student body is equipped with the critical thinking skills necessary for college and career readiness.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school is known for its strong commitment to "The Paul Way," a set of core values that promotes integrity, perseverance, and service among its students. The school actively integrates extracurricular opportunities and socio-emotional support systems to foster holistic growth. As part of a mission-driven charter network, Paul PCS Middle School prides itself on maintaining a close-knit school climate where families are encouraged to be partners in their child's educational journey, ultimately aiming to cultivate lifelong learners who are prepared to contribute positively to their local and global communities.
328
Total Students
29.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Paul PCS - MS
Demographic Student Count
Hispanic191
Black132
Asian1
Two or More4
  • Hispanic
    191 (58.2%)
  • Black
    132 (40.2%)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.2%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Paul PCS
Phone: (202)291-7499
Website: http://www.paulcharter.org
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 328
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 5 20
Grade 6 108
Grade 7 107
Grade 8 93

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Paul PCS - MS
Grade Student Count
Grade 520
Grade 6108
Grade 7107
Grade 893
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Paul PCS - MS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16851.2%
Male16048.8%
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