H D WOODSON HIGH SCHOOL

H D Woodson 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 488 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 46 teachers, H D Woodson HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

H.D. Woodson High School, located at 540 55th St NE in Washington, D.C., is a prominent secondary institution within the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system. Serving the Ward 7 community, the school is known for its modern, state-of-the-art facility, which opened in 2011 to replace the original building. The campus is designed to foster a comprehensive learning environment, featuring advanced science labs, athletic facilities, and technology-integrated classrooms that support a broad range of academic and extracurricular programs.

As a centerpiece of its neighborhood, H.D. Woodson focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success through a variety of pathways, including college preparatory courses, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, and robust athletic offerings. The school emphasizes school pride and community engagement, striving to maintain a supportive culture that balances rigorous academic expectations with personal development. For further information on the school’s specific mission, performance data, and enrollment policies, you can visit the official [DCPS website](http://www.dcps.dc.gov).

For more information, contact H D Woodson HS at (202) 939-2030 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.