School Overview
Calvin Coolidge Senior High School, located in the Brightwood neighborhood of Northwest Washington, D.C., is a prominent member of the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system. Serving students in grades 9–12, the school has undergone significant modernization in recent years to provide a contemporary learning environment. It is well-regarded for its commitment to academic growth and community involvement, aiming to prepare students for success in college and various career pathways through a structured and supportive educational framework.

The school offers a diverse range of programs, including specialized academies that focus on areas such as mass media, engineering, and information technology, allowing students to gain hands-on experience in high-demand industries. Beyond the classroom, Coolidge boasts a robust extracurricular culture, featuring a variety of athletic teams, arts programs, and student organizations that foster school spirit and personal development. By integrating rigorous coursework with community-focused initiatives, Coolidge High School serves as a vital anchor for local families, striving to empower its student body to become engaged and skilled citizens.
1,015
Total Students
58.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Coolidge HS
Demographic Student Count
White2
Hispanic409
Black589
Asian3
Two or More10
American Indian1
  • Black
    589 (58.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    409 (40.3 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (1.0 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.3 %)
  • White
    2 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: District of Columbia Public Schools
Phone: (202)671-6080
Website: http://www.coolidgeshs.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,015
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 58.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 417
Grade 10 256
Grade 11 169
Grade 12 173

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Coolidge HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9417
Grade 10256
Grade 11169
Grade 12173
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Coolidge HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female49949.2%
Male51550.7%
Not Specified10.1%
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