Brightwood Park · Grades 9–12
Source: OSSE School Report Card — official rating from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education.
Washington Latin PCS - 2nd Street Upper School is a Tier One network school serving students from all eight wards of Washington, DC, consistently recognized for its top academic results. The school fosters a supportive environment through its Restorative Justice Program and incorporates Arts Integration throughout the curriculum, enriching learning experiences. Students have extensive opportunities for engagement, participating in Interscholastic Sports with over 20 teams. Enrichment includes more than 50 student-led clubs, as well as robust theater, music, and arts programs. A uniform is required. School hours are MTThF, 8:10 a.m.-3:20 p.m., and Wednesdays, 8:10 a.m.-2:10 p.m. Lottery priority applies to siblings attending and children of staff.
“Washington Latin is a Tier One network of schools serving students from all over Washington, DC (all 8 wards). We are known for top academic results, excellent teaching, a diverse student body, and warm community. Our mission is to offer an excellent liberal arts, classical education that is accessible to students across DC. We help students develop good habits of mind and character, so that they can become lifelong learners who thrive within a diverse community and contribute to the public good”
Specialized Programs
Enrichment
We offer over 50 student-led clubs and more than 20 interscholastic sports · as well as theater · music and arts programs.
5200 2ND STREET NW
Dual College Enrollment
Required
All DC residents enrolled at Washington Latin PCS - 2nd Street Upper School (ages 5–21) qualify for Kids Ride Free — a SmarTrip card that grants free Metrobus, Metrorail, and DC Circulator rides on school days.
Washington Latin PCS - 2nd Street Upper School serves grades 9–12 in the Brightwood Park neighborhood of Washington DC.
Washington Latin PCS - 2nd Street Upper School is located in Ward 4, Brightwood Park, Washington DC.
Washington Latin PCS - 2nd Street Upper School is a DC public charter school that requires a lottery application. Applications are submitted through MySchoolDC (myschooldc.org), which opens each November and closes in early February. Results are released in late March.
Washington Latin PCS - 2nd Street Upper School received a 4/5 star rating (★★★★☆) from the DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) in SY 2018-19. OSSE ratings measure academic achievement, growth, and attendance.
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