ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL

Roosevelt HS is a Title I public high school that is part of the District of Columbia Public Schools school district, located in Washington, DC with about 698 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 55 teachers, Roosevelt HS 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.

Theodore Roosevelt High School, located in the Petworth neighborhood of Northwest Washington, D.C., is a historic public secondary school serving the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system. Situated at 4301 13th St NW, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum along with various extracurricular activities, athletics, and support services designed to prepare students for college and career success. As part of the DCPS network, the school operates under the broader mission of providing equitable educational opportunities and fostering student achievement within the local community.

In recent years, Roosevelt High School has undergone significant modernization to provide its students with contemporary facilities and a learning environment suited for 21st-century education. The school is known for its diverse student body and its commitment to community engagement, often acting as a hub for local events and neighborhood initiatives. Prospective families and community members can utilize the official DCPS website (dcps.dc.gov) to access information regarding enrollment procedures, academic calendars, school policies, and updates on the school’s specific programs and initiatives.

For more information, contact Roosevelt HS at (202) 576-6130 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.