Serving 401 students in grades 7-8, Washington Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Junior High School's student population of 401 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
30 teachers
School Rankings
Washington Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Junior High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1200 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
15%
Black
6%
13%
White
68%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Junior High School's ranking?
Washington Junior High School is ranked #1200 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Washington Junior High School?
401 students attend Washington Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Washington Junior High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Washington Junior High School offer ?
Washington Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Junior High School part of?
Washington Junior High School is part of Washington Community Schools School District.
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