WASHINGTON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

Washington County High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Washington County school district, located in Springfield, KY with about 553 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 27 teachers, Washington County High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 County High School, located at 300 West US 150 Bypass in Springfield, Kentucky, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the surrounding community. As part of the Washington County School District, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering an environment that encourages student growth, critical thinking, and preparation for life after graduation. The campus serves as a central hub for the area’s teenagers, emphasizing both rigorous classroom learning and the development of essential life skills.

Beyond its academic offerings, Washington County High School plays a vital role in the local community through its various extracurricular programs, including athletics, clubs, and service organizations. By balancing scholastic achievement with student engagement in sports and the arts, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded individuals. The faculty and staff strive to maintain a supportive culture, reflecting the small-town values of Springfield while preparing students to meet the challenges and opportunities of a modern, global society.

For more information, contact Washington County High School at (859) 336-5475 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

300 West US 150 Bypass
Springfield, KY 40069
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WASHINGTON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Springfield, KY with about 553 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kentucky

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
District:
Washington County
Total Students:
553
Teachers:
27.39
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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 553 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WASHINGTON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.

White
83.9%
Hispanic/Latino
7.2%
Black or African American
7.1%
Two or more races
1.4%
Asian
0.4%

Female
47.0%
Male
53.0%

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.