George Washington High School is a public four-year high school located in the East Side neighborhood on the far southeast side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Washington is operated by the Chicago Public Schools district. Washington serves the students of nearby neighborhoods: Hegewisch, South Deering.
Serving 1,553 students in grades 9-12, Washington G High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois 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 Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington G High School's student population of 1,553 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Rankings
Washington G High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington G High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3134 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
87%
28%
Black
9%
16%
White
3%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington G High School's ranking?
Washington G High School is ranked #3134 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington G High School?
The graduation rate of Washington G High School is 87%, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Washington G High School?
1,553 students attend Washington G High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Washington G High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington G High School?
Washington G High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington G High School offer ?
Washington G High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington G High School part of?
Washington G High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington G High School located?
Washington G High School is located in the East Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 5 other public schools located in East Side.
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