WASHINGTON INSTITUTE FOR SPECIALIZED EDUCATION

WASHINGTON INSTITUTE FOR SPECIALIZED EDUCATION is a Title I public high school that is part of the WASHINGTON school district, located in CHIPLEY, FL with about 46 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, WASHINGTON INSTITUTE FOR SPECIALIZED EDUCATION has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The WASHINGTON INSTITUTE FOR SPECIALIZED EDUCATION (WISE), located in Chipley, Florida, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Washington County School District. The school is designed to serve students with unique learning requirements, providing a structured and supportive environment tailored to individual academic and behavioral needs. By focusing on specialized instruction, the institute aims to help students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their personal educational milestones within a dedicated, small-group setting.

As part of the broader Washington County school system, the institute prioritizes personalized learning plans that integrate essential life skills with core academic goals. The school serves as a vital resource for families in the region who require a more focused approach to special education than what is typically available in a traditional classroom environment. Through its specialized curriculum and professional staff, the institute is committed to fostering student growth, increasing academic proficiency, and preparing its learners for future success.

For more information, contact WASHINGTON INSTITUTE FOR SPECIALIZED EDUCATION at (850) 638-6020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

680 2ND ST
CHIPLEY, FL 32428-1449
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WASHINGTON INSTITUTE FOR SPECIALIZED EDUCATION is a public Title I school in CHIPLEY, FL with about 46 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
District:
WASHINGTON
Total Students:
46
Teachers:
5
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 46 students

White
47.8%
Black or African American
30.4%
Hispanic/Latino
13.0%
Two or more races
8.7%

Female
34.8%
Male
65.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.