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#199 of 240 schools in DC

Roosevelt HS

High School · District of Columbia Public Schools

4301 13th St. NW, Washington, DC 20011

Enrollment

908

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#199 of 240

In Washington

#199 of 240

public schools

In district

#98 of 116

District of Columbia Public Schools

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Roosevelt HS

4.6/10

High School in Washington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Roosevelt HS

Roosevelt HS is a public high school in Washington, DC, part of District of Columbia Public Schools. Roosevelt HS serves approximately 908 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Roosevelt HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #199 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Roosevelt HS show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • DC avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Roosevelt 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.

87% of students at Roosevelt 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.6% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.6% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg-24.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.2 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING), Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
vs. Expected-19.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
College Readiness5.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate67%
AP Participation10.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,629
Chronic Absenteeism86.5%

Roosevelt HS — Students at Roosevelt HS score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 10.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
27.5% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 14.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.8% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 26 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
3%
ELA
15%
2025
Math
2.6%
ELA
21.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Roosevelt HS Compares

See how Roosevelt HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
18th percentile in DC
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.8
Sports
14
6 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
86.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
10.2% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics14sports offered
6 boys'·8 girls'·16 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4301 13th St. NW, Washington, DC 20011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roosevelt HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Columbia Heights Education Campus (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, E.L. Haynes PCS - HS (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Dorothy I. Height ES Washington 0.1 mi 8.7
MacFarland MS Washington 0.1 mi 7.8
Powell ES Washington 0.2 mi 7.5
THE PREPARATORY SCHOOL OF D.C. Washington 0.2 mi
E.L. Haynes PCS - HS Washington 0.4 mi 6.3
E.L. Haynes PCS - ES Washington 0.4 mi 7.1
Raymond ES Washington 0.5 mi 6.7
Center City PCS - Petworth Washington 0.4 mi 5.9
John Lewis ES Washington 0.6 mi 7.6
Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS Washington 0.6 mi 6.6
E.L. Haynes PCS - MS Washington 0.7 mi 4.9
Truesdell ES Washington 0.8 mi 5.9
Bruce-Monroe ES at Park View Washington 0.7 mi 9.1
Barnard ES Washington 0.7 mi 6.9
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Washington 0.9 mi 4.2
Tubman ES Washington 1.0 mi 5.7
Bancroft ES Washington 0.8 mi 8.6
Columbia Heights Education Campus Washington 1.0 mi 6.4
CHRISTIAN FAMILY MONTESSORI Washington 0.9 mi 5.9
Brightwood ES Washington 1.2 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,377

Median Home Value

$722,200

Median Rent

$1,636/mo

Population

66,951

College Educated

54.7%

Homeownership

53.9%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

37.6

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Cardozo Education Campus Washington, DC 4.6
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Coolidge HS Washington, DC 4.4
Friendship PCS - Collegiate Academy Washington, DC 5.5
GONZAGA COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington, DC 3.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roosevelt HS

What grades does Roosevelt HS serve?

Roosevelt HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Roosevelt HS?

Roosevelt HS has an enrollment of approximately 908 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt HS is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roosevelt HS rank in DC?

Roosevelt HS ranks #199 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Roosevelt HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Roosevelt HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Roosevelt HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roosevelt HS has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Roosevelt HS a charter school?

No, Roosevelt HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roosevelt HS a Title I school?

No, Roosevelt HS is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
72 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
908
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
86.5%
4-Year Graduation
67.0%
% meeting SAT college-ready benchmark (DC OSSE Report Card SY2024-25)
3.7%

District

District of Columbia Public Schools
District Enrollment
51,294
Schools in District
117
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,629
District Rank
#98 of 116

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