Serving 834 students in grades 9-12, Washington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 834 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
834 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1704 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
50%
13%
White
11%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington High School's ranking?
Washington High School is ranked #1704 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Washington High School often compared to?
Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams High School, Clay High School, Riley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington High School?
The graduation rate of Washington High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
834 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Washington High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington High School?
Washington High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington High School offer ?
Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington High School part of?
Washington High School is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
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