George Washington High School is a public high school in Charleston, West Virginia, United States. The school was nicknamed "The Hill", as it is located in the South Hills neighborhood, and has been referred to as "GW" dating back at least to the 1970s and “GeeDub” more recently.
Serving 1,186 students in grades 9-12, George Washington High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). 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 23:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
George Washington High School's student population of 1,186 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
White, Burgundy
School Rankings
George Washington High School ranks within the top 10% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington High School is 0.34, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#54 out of 627 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
7%
4%
White
81%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV 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 #54 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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 91%.
How many students attend George Washington High School?
1,186 students attend George Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of George Washington High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Washington High School?
George Washington High School has a student ration of 23:1, 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 School District.
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