Serving 1,015 students in grades 9-12, Coolidge High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,015 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coolidge High School's student population of 1,015 students has grown by 210% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,015 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Coolidge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coolidge High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#175 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
41%
18%
Black
58%
64%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coolidge High School's ranking?
Coolidge High School is ranked #175 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Coolidge High School often compared to?
Coolidge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coolidge High School?
The graduation rate of Coolidge High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Coolidge High School?
1,015 students attend Coolidge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Coolidge High School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coolidge High School?
Coolidge High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Coolidge High School offer ?
Coolidge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Coolidge High School part of?
Coolidge High School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Coolidge High School located?
Coolidge High School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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