Deal MS

Alice Deal Middle School, located in the Tenleytown neighborhood of Northwest Washington, D.C., is one of the largest and most prominent public middle schools in the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system. Serving a diverse student body from across the city, the school is known for its rigorous academic environment and an extensive array of extracurricular programs. It is highly regarded for its International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme, which emphasizes critical thinking, global awareness, and interdisciplinary learning to prepare students for the demands of high school and beyond.

Beyond its academic offerings, Deal Middle School is recognized for its robust athletics, arts, and community-focused initiatives. The school’s campus and culture are designed to foster both personal development and student engagement, supported by an active parent-teacher organization and a long history of community involvement. As a flagship institution within the DCPS network, Deal consistently seeks to balance its large student population with personalized learning opportunities, aiming to provide a comprehensive education that prepares students for success in the competitive D.C. academic landscape.