Serving 2,165 students in grades 9-12, Washington Township High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Township High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Washington Township High School's student population of 2,165 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 177 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
177 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Township High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Township High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#591 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
8%
32%
Black
10%
15%
White
74%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Township High School's ranking?
Washington Township High School is ranked #591 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Washington Township High School often compared to?
Washington Township High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gloucester County Institute Of Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Township High School?
The graduation rate of Washington Township High School is 93%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Washington Township High School?
2,165 students attend Washington Township High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Washington Township High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Township High School?
Washington Township High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Township High School offer ?
Washington Township High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington Township High School part of?
Washington Township High School is part of Washington Township School District.
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