Serving 163 students in grades 7-12, Washington County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 396.6 square miles around Washington, KS, with most students typically driving 20-30 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 11.1 miles, extending up to 22.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington County High School's student population of 163 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Washington County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington County High School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1118 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
White
84%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington County High School's ranking?
Washington County High School is ranked #1118 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Washington County High School often compared to?
Washington County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linn High School, Hanover High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington County High School?
The graduation rate of Washington County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Washington County High School?
163 students attend Washington County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Washington County High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington County High School?
Washington County High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington County High School offer ?
Washington County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington County High School part of?
Washington County High School is part of Washington County Schools.
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