Washington High School is a 9–12 public high school in Charles Town, West Virginia, United States.
Serving 1,384 students in grades 9-12, Washington High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 1,384 students has grown 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
1,384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
Washington High School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington High School is 0.46, 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
#239 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
15%
2%
Black
5%
4%
White
72%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
91%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington High School's ranking?
Washington High School is ranked #239 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Washington High School often compared to?
Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington High School?
The graduation rate of Washington High School is 89%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
1,384 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Washington High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington High School?
Washington High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington High School offer ?
Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington High School part of?
Washington High School is part of Jefferson County Schools School District.
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