Serving 992 students in grades 9-12, Washington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 992 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 10% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 992 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
992 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington High School is 0.80, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1420 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)24%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
9%
Hispanic
30%
25%
Black
14%
5%
White
25%
50%
Hawaiian
10%
1%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)87%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington High School's ranking?
Washington High School is ranked #1420 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Washington High School often compared to?
Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Pierce High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington High School?
The graduation rate of Washington High School is 87%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
992 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Washington High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington High School?
Washington High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Washington High School offer ?
Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington High School part of?
Washington High School is part of Franklin Pierce School District.
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