Serving 2,068 students in grades 9-12, Washington (George) High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,068 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington (George) High School's student population of 2,068 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,068 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington (George) High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
60%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Washington (George) High School often compared to?
Washington (George) High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln (Abraham) High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington (George) High School?
The graduation rate of Washington (George) High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Washington (George) High School?
2,068 students attend Washington (George) High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Washington (George) High School students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington (George) High School?
Washington (George) High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Washington (George) High School offer ?
Washington (George) High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington (George) High School part of?
Washington (George) High School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington (George) High School located?
Washington (George) High School is located in the Central Richmond neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Central Richmond.
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