Serving 1,145 students in grades 9-12, George Washington High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: George Washington High School serves the west part of Charleston, WV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 87.8 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
George Washington High School's student population of 1,145 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,145 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1965
Campus Size
23 acres (93,000 m2)
School Rankings
George Washington High School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington High School is 0.32, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
82%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Burgundy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington High School's ranking?
George Washington High School is ranked #72 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are George Washington High School often compared to?
George Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capital High School, South Charleston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Washington High School?
The graduation rate of George Washington High School is 94%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend George Washington High School?
1,145 students attend George Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of George Washington High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington High School?
George Washington High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does George Washington High School offer ?
George Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Washington High School part of?
George Washington High School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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