Serving 827 students in grades 9-12, Washington 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 827 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
827 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Imagine, Achieve, Master.
School Rankings
Washington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1304 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
60%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Washington Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hatchets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington High School's ranking?
Washington High School is ranked #1304 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Washington High School often compared to?
Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Daviess Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington High School?
The graduation rate of Washington High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
827 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Washington High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington High School?
Washington High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington High School offer ?
Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington High School part of?
Washington High School is part of Washington Community Schools.
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