Washington School District
School District · Chipley, Florida
Avg Rating
5.9
out of 10
Schools
9
2 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,761
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Avg Rating
5.9
out of 10
Schools
9
2 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,761
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Evaluating Washington?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Washington 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 Academy of Varying Exceptionalities (wave)
Chipley · Other. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Roulhac Middle School
Chipley · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Kate M. Smith Elementary School
Chipley · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Florida rank
#48 of 71
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Florida avg
Per-pupil spending
$11,761
+$0 vs Florida median
District size
3,305 students
Smaller than Florida median
The short answer
Washington ranks #48 of 71 Florida districts by overall school rating. Washington's schools with real test data average 5.9/10 across 7 schools. Its top-rated schools are Washington Academy of Varying Exceptionalities (wave) (7.7/10), Roulhac Middle School (7.5/10), and Kate M. Smith Elementary School (6.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Washington
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (7 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington Academy of Varying Exceptionalities (wave) | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Roulhac Middle School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Kate M. Smith Elementary School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Vernon Middle School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Vernon Elementary School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Chipley High School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Vernon High School | 4.2 / 10 |
See all 9 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Washington
Washington is a Chipley, Florida school district serving 9 schools. The district educates 3,305 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. The district invests $11,761 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.9/10, Washington demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Washington Academy of Varying Exceptionalities (wave), which has a composite score of 7.7/10.
In standardized testing, Washington students show an average math proficiency of 54.2% and ELA proficiency of 52.1%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Washington, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Washington with test data.
Schools in Washington
9 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Florida
- City
- Chipley
- Total Enrollment
- 3,305
- Teachers (FTE)
- 194
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Washington?
Washington has 9 schools in total — 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Washington?
The average composite rating for Washington is 5.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Washington?
Washington spends $11,761 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio in Washington is 17:1.
What is the top-rated school in Washington?
Washington Academy of Varying Exceptionalities (wave) is the highest-rated school in Washington with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What are the test scores in Washington?
Across schools in Washington with test data, the average math proficiency is 54.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 52.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Washington compare to other districts in Florida?
Washington has an average school rating of 5.9/10 across 9 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Florida 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
- 5.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 54.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 52.1%
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Compare Washington with neighboring districts in the state.
- Miami-dade (536)
- Broward (325)
- Hillsborough (305)
- Orange (275)
- Palm Beach (235)
- Duval (208)
- Polk (167)
- Pinellas (153)
- Lee (120)
- Brevard (109)
- Pasco (106)
- Volusia (89)
- Osceola (86)
- Manatee (82)
- Seminole (76)
- Collier (74)
- Escambia (70)
- Alachua (68)
- Marion (64)
- Sarasota (63)
- Lake (61)
- Leon (56)
- St. Johns (55)
- Clay (54)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida 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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