WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
Washington High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Washington Community Schools school district, located in Washington, IN with about 767 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 40 teachers, Washington High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
Washington High School, located at 608 E. Walnut St. in Washington, Indiana, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the community. As a cornerstone of the Washington Community Schools district, the high school is dedicated to preparing its students for post-secondary success through a comprehensive curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with a variety of extracurricular opportunities. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment where students are encouraged to engage in athletics, performing arts, and vocational programs alongside their traditional coursework.
Beyond its academic offerings, Washington High School functions as a central hub for school spirit and community involvement in Daviess County. The school maintains a strong emphasis on tradition and student development, striving to equip graduates with the skills and character necessary to succeed in a global society. By providing a diverse range of clubs, athletic teams, and leadership initiatives, the school ensures that its students have a well-rounded experience that prepares them for both higher education and the modern workforce.
For more information, contact Washington High School at (812) 254-3860 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Washington, IN 47501-2898
(812) 254-3860
WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Washington, IN with about 767 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Indiana
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Washington Community Schools
- Total Students:
- 767
- Teachers:
- 40.17
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 767 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.
- White
- 75.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 16.6%
- Black or African American
- 3.7%
- Two or more races
- 3.3%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Female
- 47.5%
- Male
- 52.5%
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.