WOODROW WILSON HIGH SCHOOL

Woodrow Wilson HS is a public high school that is part of the District of Columbia Public Schools school district, located in Washington, DC with about 1,829 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 103 teachers, Woodrow Wilson HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

**Woodrow Wilson High School** (officially renamed **Jackson-Reed High School** as of 2022) is the largest public high school in Washington, D.C. Located in the Tenleytown neighborhood of Northwest D.C., it serves as a flagship institution for the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system. The school is highly regarded for its diverse student body, which draws from across the city, and its expansive campus, which serves as a central hub for academic, athletic, and extracurricular activities in the community.

Academically, the school is known for offering a rigorous curriculum that includes an International Baccalaureate (IB) program, numerous Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and specialized career academies. Beyond its academic offerings, the school maintains a strong reputation for its competitive athletics programs and an extensive selection of clubs and performing arts opportunities. As a comprehensive high school, it aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that prepares its graduates for success in higher education and the professional workforce.

For more information, contact Woodrow Wilson HS at (202) 282-0120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3950 Chesapeake St NW
Washington, DC 20016
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WOODROW WILSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Washington, DC with about 1,829 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Washington, DC

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,829
Teachers:
103.75
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,829 students

White
34.0%
Black or African American
32.1%
Hispanic/Latino
22.1%
Asian
6.5%
Two or more races
4.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
46.9%
Male
53.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.