School Overview
Washington High School, located in Washington, Iowa, is the primary secondary education institution serving the Washington Community School District. Dedicated to preparing students for life beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a well-rounded academic experience, offering a range of core curriculum subjects alongside various elective opportunities designed to foster critical thinking and skill development. The institution prides itself on creating a supportive environment where students are encouraged to engage in rigorous learning while preparing for their post-secondary goals, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Washington High School maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by a strong commitment to extracurricular involvement. The school encourages student participation in a diverse array of athletics, arts programs, and clubs, which play a vital role in building school spirit, leadership, and community connection. By balancing academic achievement with active engagement in extracurricular activities, the school aims to cultivate well-adjusted, responsible citizens who are ready to contribute positively to their local community and the world at large.
452
Total Students
31.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Washington High School
Demographic Student Count
White324
Hispanic100
Black8
Asian2
Two or More17
American Indian1
  • White
    324 (71.7%)
  • Hispanic
    100 (22.1%)
  • Two or More
    17 (3.8%)
  • Black
    8 (1.8%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Washington Comm School District
Phone: (319)653-2143
Website: http://www.washington.k12.ia.us/buildings/whs/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 452
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 142
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 31
Grades Taught
Grade 9 114
Grade 10 110
Grade 11 106
Grade 12 122

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Washington High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9114
Grade 10110
Grade 11106
Grade 12122
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Washington High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22449.6%
Male22850.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)