Serving 1,270 students in grades 9-12, George Washington High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
George Washington High School's student population of 1,270 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Washington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#463 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
31%
35%
Black
25%
5%
White
33%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington High School's ranking?
George Washington High School is ranked #463 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are George Washington High School often compared to?
George Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Washington High School?
The graduation rate of George Washington High School is 81%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend George Washington High School?
1,270 students attend George Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of George Washington High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Washington High School?
George Washington High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does George Washington High School offer ?
George Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is George Washington High School part of?
George Washington High School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is George Washington High School located?
George Washington High School is located in the East neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East.
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