Washington Unified School District
School District · Fresno, California
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 1 mid, 3 high
Enrollment
2,450
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 1 mid, 3 high
Enrollment
2,450
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Evaluating Washington Unified?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Washington Unified as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Washington High
Fresno · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
American Union Elementary
Fresno · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
West Fresno Middle
Fresno · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
California rank
#345 of 713
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.0
below California avg
Per-pupil spending
$18,510
+$863 vs California median
District size
2,450 students
Smaller than California median
The short answer
Washington Unified ranks #345 of 713 California districts by overall school rating. Washington Unified's schools with real test data average 6.2/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Washington High (8.1/10), American Union Elementary (6.7/10), and West Fresno Middle (6.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
STAAR proficiency rose +4.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Washington Unified schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Washington Unified
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington High | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | American Union Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | West Fresno Middle | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | West Fresno Elementary | 5.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Elm High | 4.9 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Washington Unified
Washington Unified is a Fresno, California school district serving 6 schools.The district educates 2,450 students with a student-teacher ratio of 19.9:1. District-level spending was $18,510 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 6.2/10, Washington Unified demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Washington High, which has a composite score of 8.1/10.
In standardized testing, Washington Unified students show an average math proficiency of 23.8% and ELA proficiency of 31.4%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Washington Unified, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Washington Unified with test data.
Schools in Washington Unified
6 schoolsElementary Schools2
Middle Schools1
District Details
- State
- California
- City
- Fresno
- Total Enrollment
- 2,450
- Teachers (FTE)
- 123
- District spending per student
- $18,510NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 38.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Washington Unified?
Washington Unified has 6 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Washington Unified?
The average composite rating for Washington Unified is 6.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Washington Unified?
Washington Unified's district-level spending was $18,510 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Washington Unified?
The average student-teacher ratio in Washington Unified is 19.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Washington Unified?
Washington High is the highest-rated school in Washington Unified with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What are the test scores in Washington Unified?
Across schools in Washington Unified with test data, the average math proficiency is 23.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 31.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Washington Unified compare to other districts in California?
Washington Unified has an average school rating of 6.2/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in California by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 23.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 31.4%
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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