Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School

What Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School does

Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) Local Educational Agency authorized by the DC Public Charter School Board, operating two PreK-5th grade campuses in Washington, D.C. (J.F. Cook Campus at 30 P Street NW and Calle Ocho Campus at 4401 8th Street NE). Founded in 2011 as the District's first "green" public charter school, it served 1,214 students across both campuses in SY 2025-26 with a staff of 260+. The instructional model rests on three pillars: full Spanish immersion in PreK-Kindergarten transitioning to 50/50 dual-language immersion through 5th grade; sustainability curriculum aligned to the nine Cloud Institute for Sustainability Education standards; and expeditionary, project-based learning built on the EL Education framework, integrated with co-teaching inclusion and restorative-practices social-emotional programming.

The school's core technology stack is non-proprietary and operational rather than instructional: Infinite Campus for enrollment, attendance, and program registration; ParentSquare for school-to-home communications; Paycom for HR; and Network for Good for donations, supplemented by iPads, projectors, document cameras, and grade-2+ Chromebooks. Custom intellectual property is concentrated in codified curriculum content (Cloud Institute-aligned scope and sequence, EL Education expeditions, ESPICA character framework) and in LEED-certified physical infrastructure — La Casita (LEED Platinum, 2016) and J.F. Cook School Building (LEED Gold, 2015) — with on-site rainwater harvesting conserving 300,000+ gallons annually.

Mundo Verde's revenue model is dominated by DC per-pupil public funding allocated through the Uniform Per Student Funding Formula, with auxiliary revenue from sliding-scale extended-day ($485/month full price), four-week summer program fees ($1,288 full price for 2026), school meals ($120/month lunch + snack, free breakfast), uniform sales, and philanthropic donations. Enrollment is distributed free of tuition to DC residents via the My School DC common lottery, and the institution operates a wholly-owned subsidiary, Instituto Mundo Verde, which monetizes external professional development for bilingual educators under "The Mundo Verde Way" brand.

Name

Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School

Legal name

Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School

Website

https://mundoverdepcs.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School is a nonprofit DC charter LEA operating two PreK-5th grade campuses (1,214 students, 260+ staff) delivering Spanish/English dual-language immersion, sustainability, and expeditionary learning to families across all eight DC Wards.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Primary Education (Public Charter School)

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Language Schools (61163), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Charter Language Immersion & Bilingual Schools (EDAJACAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Charter School Networks (Multi-Site) (EDAJACAC), Charter Montessori/Waldorf/Classical/Expeditionary (Pedagogical Models) (EDAJACAL)

Keywords

• Bilingual charter school
• Dual language immersion
• Sustainability education
• Expeditionary learning
• PreK-5 elementary education

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Per-Pupil Public Funding: As a DC public charter school, Mundo Verde receives per-pupil funding from the District of Columbia government based on enrollment. This is the primary revenue stream supporting school operations.
2. Donations and Philanthropic Giving: The school accepts one-time and recurring monthly donations through its Network for Good portal, employer matching programs, and annual fundraising campaigns including the Fall Year-End Campaign and Spring Capstone Readathon.
3. Extended Day Program Fees: Monthly before and after school program fees charged at full price ($485/month for SY25-26) with sliding scale discounts based on FARM eligibility. Short months are not prorated.
4. Summer Program Fees: Four-week summer program fees charged at full price ($1,288 for 2026), with FARM-based sliding scale discounts ($515 reduced, $258 free). A 25% deposit is required by April 15.
5. School Meals: Monthly lunch and snack fees ($120 per month covering $100 lunch and $20 snacks). Free and reduced meals (FARM) available. Breakfast is free for all students. USDA NSLP and SBP participation.
6. School Uniform Sales: Uniform t-shirts and sweatshirts sold at $10 short-sleeve / $12 long-sleeve / $25 hoodie at full price, with discounted FARM pricing available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School is a tuition-free DC public charter school serving PreK-5th grade students across two campuses (J.F. Cook and Calle Ocho). Its educational model integrates three pillars: dual language immersion (English/Spanish), sustainability curriculum aligned with Cloud Institute standards, and expeditionary hands-on learning. The school additionally offers fee-based auxiliary programs including before/after school care, summer program, meals, and uniforms, plus an external professional development institute.

Product overview

Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School is a PreK-5th grade public charter school with two campuses offering an integrated educational model combining three core pillars: Dual Language Immersion (English/Spanish), Sustainability Curriculum, and Expeditionary Hands-on Learning. The school operates Extended Day and Summer Programs as auxiliary offerings, Student Support Services for special education and behavioral needs, and a School Meals program. The school also offers Instituto Mundo Verde, a professional development institute. The institution is organized into Lower Academy (PreK-2nd) and Upper Academy (3rd-5th), each with dedicated leadership.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Instituto Mundo Verde: Professional development institute for educators representing traditionally marginalized identities who teach multilingual students, anchoring content in The Mundo Verde Way and drawing from over 12 years of expertise in running bilingual elementary schools

Products and services

• Dual Language Immersion Program Comprehensive bilingual program serving PreK-5th grade students at Mundo Verde, fostering bilingualism in English and Spanish through full immersion in PreK-Kinder (90-100% Spanish) and 50/50 dual immersion in grades 1-5. Content is woven across all subjects in both languages. Tuition-free for DC residents.
• Sustainability Curriculum Sustainability-focused curriculum aligned with the nine Cloud Institute for Sustainability Education standards, integrating environmental stewardship into all expeditions and school operations through hands-on learning in gardens and LEED-certified green buildings.
• Expeditionary Learning Program Project-based learning program featuring long-term expeditions exploring real-world social studies and science issues, with students integrating reading, research, writing, and persuasion across subjects, culminating in Expos showcase events. Based on the EL Education framework.
• Extended Day Program (Before & After School) Before and after school care program conducted primarily in Spanish, offering enrichment workshops, snacks, and extended hours (7:30am-6:00pm). Full price is $485/month for SY25-26 with sliding scale discounts based on FARM eligibility ($194/month reduced, $97/month free). Short months are not prorated.
• Summer Program Four-week summer program for enrolled PreK-5th grade Mundo Verde students featuring mission-aligned programming with FARM-based sliding scale fees. Full price $1,288; reduced FARM $515; free FARM $258. 25% deposit due by April 15 with full payment by June 10.
• Student Support Services Comprehensive student services including co-teaching model with special education support, IEPs, 504 plans, Response to Intervention (RTI), behavioral health services, crisis team, and homeless student support through McKinney-Vento liaison. Includes inclusive classroom environments, resource room support, and self-contained instruction for intensive needs.
• School Meals & Food Wellness Health-focused meal program sourcing from local vendors with self-prep kitchen at J.F. Cook campus. Participates in USDA National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP). Monthly lunch and snack fees $120 ($100 lunch + $20 snacks). Free breakfast for all students; FARM-eligible students receive free meals. Cooking and gardening specials are integrated into the curriculum.
• Instituto Mundo Verde External professional development institute serving educators who teach multilingual students, anchored in The Mundo Verde Way™ and drawing from over 12 years of expertise running bilingual elementary schools. Offers micro-credentials and certifications for bilingual educators.

Quantifiable outcome

• Student re-enrollment rate target of 95% by 2030
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• DC International School (DCI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2014Mundo Verde is one of five founding DC language immersion charter schools that collaborated to establish DC International School (DCI) in 2014. DCI provides a seamless continuation of Mundo Verde's bilingual and IB education from 6th to 12th grade. All 5th-grade Mundo Verde students are eligible for transfer preference to DCI, with approximately 130 students annually expressing interest and an estimated 60% chance of securing a spot.
• Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWABA partners with Mundo Verde to provide discounts on biking classes, Bike in School week activities, and trail cleanup days on the Metropolitan Branch Trail twice a year. Supports the school's Bicibús (Bike to School) program at both campuses.
• Green Schools National NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMundo Verde is a Green Schools National Network Partner, aligning with a network of schools committed to healthy, equitable, and sustainability-focused education. The partnership supports the school's environmental stewardship curriculum and campus sustainability initiatives.
• Cloud Institute for Sustainability EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMundo Verde's sustainability curriculum is founded on the nine Cloud Institute for Sustainability Education standards. Each expedition fits into a school-wide plan for implementing the curriculum across grade levels.
• USDA Child Nutrition Programs (NSLP and SBP)coreOthersMundo Verde participates in USDA National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP), providing federally subsidized meals to students. The school also participates in DC SUN Bucks (summer EBT), which provides $120 in grocery benefits to eligible students over the summer.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• DC Bilingual Public Charter School: DC public charter school offering Spanish/English dual language immersion with similar PreK-5 grade levels. Most directly comparable peer given shared bilingual charter model and DC geography.
• Latin American Montessori Bilingual Public Charter School (LAMB): DC public charter school offering Spanish/English bilingual education with Montessori pedagogy. Strongly comparable on language immersion, DC location, and tuition-free public charter model.
• DC International School (DCI): DC public charter school (grades 6-12) and founding Mundo Verde partner. Provides the bilingual IB continuation pathway for Mundo Verde graduates; highly comparable on language immersion charter model.
• Creative Minds International Public Charter School: DC public charter school with IB curriculum and bilingual programming. Comparable on DC charter model, project-based learning orientation, and similar size/grade span.
• E.L. Haynes Public Charter School: DC public charter school (PreK-12) with similar equity-focused mission and DC geography. Comparable on tuition-free public charter model and several shared leadership alumni (Shybut, Saul, Campbell-Hahn).
• Two Rivers Public Charter School: DC public charter school (PreK-8) with expeditionary learning model. Comparable on EL Education framework adoption (which Mundo Verde uses) and project-based learning pedagogy.
• Public Preparatory Network: NYC public charter network operating multiple PreK-12 campuses with mission-driven focus on underserved communities. Comparable on multi-site tuition-free charter model and equity-oriented mission.

Broad incumbents

• KIPP DC Public Charter Schools: Large DC charter network serving multiple campuses with broader K-12 mission. Comparable as a DC tuition-free charter operator with unionized staff, though not bilingual-focused.
• BASIS Charter Schools: National charter network known for rigorous college-prep curriculum. Comparable as a multi-campus tuition-free public charter operator with strong academic positioning.
• Harmony Public Schools: Texas-based charter network with STEM and bilingual offerings. Comparable as a large multi-campus tuition-free public charter network with bilingual components.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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