Serving 353 students in grades 9-12, Washington High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 353 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#169 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
86%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington High School's ranking?
Washington High School is ranked #169 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington High School?
The graduation rate of Washington High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
353 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Washington High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington High School?
Washington High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington High School offer ?
Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington High School part of?
Washington High School is part of Cherokee Comm School District.
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