Washington High School is a 9–12 public high school in Charles Town, West Virginia, United States.
Serving 1,458 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 23% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). 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 19:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington High School serves the southern part of Charles Town, WV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 109.7 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being around 6.5 miles, and the furthest edge reaching nearly 9.6 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 1,458 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,458 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington High School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington High School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#244 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington High School's ranking?
Washington High School is ranked #244 out of 617 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 90%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
1,458 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Washington High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington High School?
Washington High School has a student ration of 19:1, 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.
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