MERIDIAN PCS

Meridian PCS is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Meridian PCS school district, located in Washington, DC with about 636 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 45 teachers, Meridian PCS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Meridian Public Charter School (PCS) is a PreK-8 school located in the historic U Street corridor of Washington, D.C. Serving a diverse student body, the school is founded on the philosophy that a rigorous academic education must be paired with character development, social-emotional learning, and global awareness. The school’s curriculum emphasizes core subjects like literacy and mathematics while integrating arts, technology, and foreign language instruction to ensure students receive a well-rounded and culturally responsive educational experience.

Beyond academics, Meridian PCS is noted for its commitment to creating a supportive, community-centered environment. The school employs a variety of enrichment programs, extracurricular activities, and partnerships to foster leadership and critical thinking skills. By focusing on both individual student achievement and a collaborative school culture, Meridian aims to prepare its graduates to succeed in competitive high school environments and become active, informed citizens in their local and global communities.

For more information, contact Meridian PCS at (202) 387-9830 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.