SELA PCS

Sela PCS is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Sela PCS school district, located in Washington, DC with about 202 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. 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 16 teachers, Sela PCS has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Sela Public Charter School (Sela PCS) is a unique, tuition-free public charter school located in Washington, D.C., that distinguishes itself through its comprehensive Hebrew language immersion program. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school utilizes a dual-language model where core subjects are taught in both English and Hebrew. This immersive environment is designed to foster bilingualism, biliteracy, and a deep appreciation for diverse cultures, preparing students to be globally-minded citizens in an increasingly interconnected world.

Beyond its language curriculum, Sela PCS emphasizes a rigorous academic experience rooted in social-emotional learning and community values. The school promotes an inclusive atmosphere that encourages critical thinking, curiosity, and collaboration. By integrating a specialized academic framework with the cognitive benefits of second-language acquisition, Sela PCS aims to provide students with a well-rounded foundation that supports both their personal growth and future academic success within the District of Columbia.

For more information, contact Sela PCS at (202) 670-7352 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6015 Chillum Pl NE
Washington, DC 20010
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SELA PCS is a public Title I Charter school in Washington, DC with about 202 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Washington, DC

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
DC Public Charter School Board
District:
Sela PCS
Total Students:
202
Teachers:
16
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 202 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SELA PCS is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 72% of the student body.

Black or African American
72.3%
White
16.3%
Hispanic/Latino
9.9%
Asian
1.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%

Female
55.9%
Male
44.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.