Serving 1,096 students in grades 9-12, 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,096 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Fresno, CA, encompassing approximately 43.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 1,096 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,096 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.31, 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
#4991 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
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 #4991 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% 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 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
1,096 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Washington High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 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 20:1, 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 9-12
What school district is Washington High School part of?
Washington High School is part of Washington Unified School District.
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