Coolidge HS vs District of Columbia International School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in District of Columbia, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Coolidge HS
Washington · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,029 students
District of Columbia International School
Washington · Charter high · Grades 6–12
1,654 students
| Measure | Coolidge HS Washington, District of Columbia | District of Columbia International School Washington, District of Columbia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #35 of 38 | #9 of 38 |
| National rank | #15921 of 16,910 | #5415 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 1,029 | 1,654 |
| Enrollment | 1,029 | 1,654 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 41% |
| city | Washington | Washington |
| state | District of Columbia | District of Columbia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •District of Columbia International School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 16.0).
- •District of Columbia International School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 5%).
- •District of Columbia International School does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 12%).
- •District of Columbia International School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 12.7).
- •District of Columbia International School is the larger school with 1,654 students compared with 1,029.
- •Coolidge HS is a public school while District of Columbia International School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Coolidge HS better than District of Columbia International School?
On the Success Index (US), District of Columbia International School ranks higher (61.5 vs 16.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Coolidge HS and District of Columbia International School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Washington and Washington in District of Columbia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Coolidge HS: 1,029. District of Columbia International School: 1,654. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Coolidge HS and District of Columbia International School rank in District of Columbia?
Coolidge HS is 35th of 38 and District of Columbia International School is 9th of 38 among high schools in District of Columbia on the 2025 Success Index (US).