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#150 of 240 schools in DC
H.d. Woodson HS
High School · District of Columbia Public Schools
540 55th St. NE, Washington, DC 20019
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
District of Columbia schools
#150 of 240
In Washington
#150 of 240
public schools
In district
#79 of 116
District of Columbia Public Schools
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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H.d. Woodson HS
High School in Washington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About H.d. Woodson HS
H.d. Woodson HS is a public high school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. H.d.
Woodson HS serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. H.d. Woodson HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #150 of 240 schools in DC.
Structured state assessment records for H.d. Woodson HS show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- DC avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at H.d. Woodson HS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
90% of students at H.d. Woodson HS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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H.d. Woodson HS — Students at H.d. Woodson HS score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from DC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How H.d. Woodson HS Compares
See how H.d. Woodson HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
540 55th St. NE, Washington, DC 20019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering H.d. Woodson HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ron Brown College Preparatory HS (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maya Angelou PCS - HS (rated 4.2/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, IDEA PCS (rated 4.1/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Drew ES Washington | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Burrville ES Washington | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| DC Wildflower PCS - The Riverseed School Washington | 0.3 mi | — |
| KIPP DC - Valor Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| KIPP DC - Quest Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| KIPP DC - Arts and Technology Academy PCS Washington | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| THE MONROE SCHOOL Washington | 0.3 mi | — |
| Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - East End Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Maya Angelou PCS - HS Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| DC Scholars PCS Washington | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Kelly Miller MS Washington | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Houston ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Robert R. Gray Elementary Capital Heights | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Nalle ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Ron Brown College Preparatory HS Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| C.W. Harris ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Smothers ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| IDEA PCS Washington | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Seat Pleasant Elementary Capital Heights | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| KIPP DC - KEY Academy PCS Washington | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,031
Median Home Value
$437,600
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
64,365
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
24.9%
Median Age
33.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ballou HS Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| Washington Leadership Academy PCS Washington, DC | 5.8 |
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts Washington, DC | 5.9 |
| Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy Washington, DC | 6.0 |
| KIPP DC PCS - Legacy College Preparatory PCS Washington, DC | 6.0 |
| Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy Washington, DC | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about H.d. Woodson HS
What grades does H.d. Woodson HS serve?
H.d. Woodson HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend H.d. Woodson HS?
H.d. Woodson HS has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at H.d. Woodson HS?
The student-teacher ratio at H.d. Woodson HS is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does H.d. Woodson HS rank in DC?
H.d. Woodson HS ranks #150 of 240 schools in DC.
What is H.d. Woodson HS's MySchoolScout rating?
H.d. Woodson HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at H.d. Woodson HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H.d. Woodson HS has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is H.d. Woodson HS a charter school?
No, H.d. Woodson HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is H.d. Woodson HS a Title I school?
No, H.d. Woodson HS is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 544
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 89.5%
- Phone
- (202) 939-2030
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
- % meeting SAT college-ready benchmark (DC OSSE Report Card SY2024-25)
- 2.3%
Resources & Links
District
District of Columbia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 51,294
- Schools in District
- 117
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,629
- District Rank
- #79 of 116
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