H.D. Woodson High School

H.D. Woodson High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
540 55th St NE,  Washington, DC
District Of Columbia Public Schools
3.7
3.3
478 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Richard Jackson
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
980
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
2%
Reading Proficiency
19%
Average GPA
3.23
Graduation Rate
82%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
C+
Teachers
C-
College Prep
C-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.23
Reading Proficiency
19%
Math Proficiency
2%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
51
Full Time Teachers
51
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
980
Math
480
Verbal
500
Average ACT
20
Math
21
English
22
Reading
20
Science
18
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

English
6.1%
State Average
32.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
108:1

Student Diversity

Male
54%
Female
45.9%
Black
95.4%
Hispanic
4.2%
Two or more races
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Morgan State University 103 Students
Virginia State University 95 Students
Norfolk State University 88 Students
Delaware State University 80 Students
Bowie State University 74 Students
Howard University 69 Students
North Carolina A&T State University 66 Students
Clark Atlanta University 61 Students
North Carolina Central University 59 Students
Temple University 52 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 52 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 28 Students
Psychology 27 Students
Nursing 22 Students
Computer Science 21 Students
Small Business Management 19 Students
Biology 15 Students
Social Work and Youth Services 12 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 11 Students
Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism 10 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 94 Reviews
5.0 Alum
7/16/2019
My experience at H.D Woodson was wonderful. I was giving different opportunities throughout my 4 years . I develop to be a strong minded , intelligent , hardworking female. H.D Woodson showed me anything is possible , all you have to do is not give up. It also showed me how to be yourself and have confident in you. Being at H.D Woodson .. I realize that being independent isn't so bad when you not interacting in negativity . My last 4 years allowed me to dance , join clubs and be able to do summer internships that also give me the ability to move closer to my future . My High school has a big impact on me today because it prepared for the real world, adult life.
4.0 Alum
4/5/2019
HD Woodson was a great school i attened all 4 years. the teachers, staff, even the lunch was good. The academics were always taken serious and any event that took place from basketball games, football games, or just meeting in the gym or lunchroom business was always handled. I graduated 2017 so im still closely familiar with how the basics of the school are it is a great place to meet long time friends while recieving a education.
5.0 Senior
1/2/2019
All my teachers are very supportive of me. My counselors make sure that they go through the college process with me so that I have help behind the scenes.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 7 Reviews
1.0 parent
10/13/2017
If you report something to the administaration especially if you have an issue well then you need to be ready to be under attack and for administration to bully you and your child!!! Instead of solving the issue they try to make up issues or redirect the problem or they just never respond. In person...
5.0 parent
10/11/2016
This is my sons second year at Woodson and he loves his school as do I. The staff are caring respectful and always available. He has learned so much and his grades continue to improve.
1.0 student
12/10/2014
I wish i can give this school 0 stars but sadly i can't.I am a new student at H.D. Woodson and this school is already stressing me out. One thing i will like to say is the teachers are so rude i recall one of my teachers using the n-word and talking about students.But that's not the only thing that...
2.0 parent
5/16/2014
My son is a 9th grader at HD Woodson and its not the best school on earth in terms of structure and academics- they dont even give students homework. However, my son is a 4.0 student who wants to make the best of his neighborhood school. Despite the violence and confusion that can be found anywhere,...

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H.D. Woodson High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Washington, DC and is served by the District Of Columbia Public Schools in District of Columbia. The school has a total enrollment of 478 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 2% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 19% are proficient in reading. H.D. Woodson High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.23, the graduation rate is 82%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 980 and an ACT score of 20. The average home value in this area is $385,059. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ron Brown College Preparatory High School, Phelps Architecture, Construction, and Engineering High School, Fairmont Heights High School, and more. Learn more about what Washington has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near H.D. Woodson High School.

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