CARDOZO EC

Cardozo EC 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 788 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 79 teachers, Cardozo EC has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

**Cardozo Education Campus (EC)** is a historic public school located in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Serving students from grades 6 through 12, the school functions as a comprehensive secondary institution within the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system. Its landmark building, perched prominently on Clifton Street, has been a fixture of the local community for over a century and is known for its distinctive architecture and long-standing role in the educational landscape of the city.

The school offers a diverse academic program aimed at preparing students for college and career success. As an Education Campus, it provides a unique environment where middle school students and high schoolers share the same campus, allowing for a longitudinal approach to student development. Cardozo is known for its vibrant school spirit and competitive athletic programs, as well as its commitment to serving a culturally diverse student body. By integrating rigorous coursework with extracurricular opportunities, the school strives to empower its students to become engaged, productive citizens in the heart of the nation’s capital.

For more information, contact Cardozo EC at (202) 673-7385 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.