WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Washington Township School District school district, located in SEWELL, NJ with about 2,237 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 178 teachers, WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL, located in Sewell, New Jersey, is the sole public high school serving the Washington Township Public School District. As a large, comprehensive institution, it is known for its expansive campus and robust academic environment that serves students in grades 9 through 12. The school is well-regarded for offering a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including a strong athletic program, competitive robotics teams, and extensive visual and performing arts opportunities, which help foster a vibrant and well-rounded student culture.
Academically, the school provides a rigorous curriculum that includes numerous Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors-level classes, and dual-credit options through partnerships with local colleges. The school places a significant emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. With a focus on community engagement and technological integration, WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL strives to create an inclusive environment that supports the academic achievement and personal growth of its large and diverse student body.
For more information, contact WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL at (856) 589-8500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SEWELL, NJ 08080-2700
(856) 589-8500
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in SEWELL, NJ with about 2,237 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Washington Township School District
- Total Students:
- 2,237
- Teachers:
- 178.4
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- 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 2,237 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.
- White
- 80.2%
- Black or African American
- 7.8%
- Asian
- 5.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.7%
- Two or more races
- 1.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.0%
- Female
- 50.2%
- Male
- 49.8%
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.