Serving 126 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Washington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 126 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
126 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9051 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
84%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
8%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
60-79%
86.2%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)96%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington High School's ranking?
Washington High School is ranked #9051 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington High School?
The graduation rate of Washington High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
126 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Washington High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington High School?
Washington High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Washington High School offer ?
Washington High School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Washington High School part of?
Washington High School is part of Colton Joint Unified School District.
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