George Washington Community High School is a public school located in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, serving grades 9–12.
Serving 624 students in grades 9-12, George Washington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 54% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
George Washington High School's student population of 624 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1927
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
School Motto
Where Diversity and Opportunity Inspire Achievement
School Rankings
George Washington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1701 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
41%
15%
Black
44%
13%
White
10%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
54%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington High School's ranking?
George Washington High School is ranked #1701 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are George Washington High School often compared to?
George Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ben Davis High School, Arsenal Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Washington High School?
The graduation rate of George Washington High School is 54%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend George Washington High School?
624 students attend George Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of George Washington High School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington High School?
George Washington High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does George Washington High School offer ?
George Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Washington High School part of?
George Washington High School is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is George Washington High School located?
George Washington High School is located in the Hawthorne neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Hawthorne.
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