GEORGE WASHINGTON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

George Washington Community HS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Indianapolis Public Schools school district, located in Indianapolis, IN with about 444 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 90 teachers, George Washington Community HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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.

George Washington Community High School, located on the near west side of Indianapolis, serves as a cornerstone of its local neighborhood. As part of the Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) district, the school operates with a "community school" philosophy, which integrates academics with health and social services to support the holistic needs of its students and their families. The school is deeply rooted in the history of the Haughville area and seeks to provide a supportive environment that emphasizes college and career readiness through various academic pathways and extracurricular programs.

In recent years, the school has undergone significant structural and educational shifts, including the implementation of the Innovation Network model, which allows for increased autonomy and specialized programming. George Washington High School focuses on fostering a culture of resilience and academic growth, aiming to close equity gaps for its diverse student body. By partnering with local organizations and businesses, the school strives to connect classroom learning with real-world applications, helping students navigate the transition from secondary education to post-secondary success.

For more information, contact George Washington Community HS at (317) 693-5555 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.