Washington County High School

Washington County
420 Riddleville Rd
Sandersville, GA 31082
896 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Washington County High School, located in Sandersville, Georgia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Washington County School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic experience that prepares students for success after graduation, whether they choose to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military. It offers a variety of core curriculum classes, advanced placement opportunities, and elective courses designed to foster both academic growth and personal development.

Beyond the classroom, Washington County High School plays a central role in the local community by fostering school spirit through a robust athletic program and a wide range of extracurricular activities. The school emphasizes the development of well-rounded students, encouraging participation in clubs, organizations, and competitive sports. By maintaining a focus on both scholastic achievement and community engagement, the school strives to cultivate an environment where students can build the skills and character necessary to contribute positively to society.
896
Total Students
49.3
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Black
    600 (67.0 %)
  • White
    240 (26.8 %)
  • Two or More
    28 (3.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    16 (1.8 %)
  • Asian
    9 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Washington County
Phone: (478)552-2324
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 896
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 49.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 606
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 245
Grade 10 242
Grade 11 204
Grade 12 205
Gender Ratio