Serving 740 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 top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coolidge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Coolidge High School's student population of 740 students has grown by 126% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Coolidge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 212 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coolidge High School is 0.47, 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
#191 out of 212 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤10%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
35%
17%
Black
64%
65%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
73%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
52%
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 #191 out of 212 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% DC state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coolidge High School?
The graduation rate of Coolidge High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 73%.
How many students attend Coolidge High School?
740 students attend Coolidge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Coolidge High School students are Black, 35% 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 15:1, 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 Public Schools 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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