Serving 340 students in grades 9-12, Washington High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 340 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#319 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
2%
7%
White
88%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington High School's ranking?
Washington High School is ranked #319 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington High School?
The graduation rate of Washington High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
340 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Washington High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington High School?
Washington High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington High School offer ?
Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington High School part of?
Washington High School is part of Cherokee Comm School District.
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