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.
1,029
Total Students
81.4
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Coolidge HS
Demographic Student Count
White7
Hispanic439
Black568
Asian2
Two or More12
American Indian1
  • Black
    568 (55.2%)
  • Hispanic
    439 (42.7%)
  • Two or More
    12 (1.2%)
  • White
    7 (0.7%)
  • Asian
    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: 1,029
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 81.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 259
Grade 10 293
Grade 11 273
Grade 12 204

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Coolidge HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9259
Grade 10293
Grade 11273
Grade 12204
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Coolidge HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female52250.7%
Male50749.3%
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