Washington High School is a public high school in Cedar Rapids, in the U.S. state of Iowa. Built in 1956, it is named in honor of the oldest high school in Cedar Rapids.
Serving 1,233 students in grades 9-12, George Washington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
George Washington High School's student population of 1,233 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Blue, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
School Rankings
George Washington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (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 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1067 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
23%
7%
White
55%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington High School's ranking?
George Washington High School is ranked #1067 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are George Washington High School often compared to?
George Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John F Kennedy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Washington High School?
The graduation rate of George Washington High School is 83%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend George Washington High School?
1,233 students attend George Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of George Washington High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Washington High School?
George Washington High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
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 Cedar Rapids Comm School District.
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