Washington High School

Washington High School serves 1,024 students in grades 9-12 in Tacoma's large suburban setting. With 63 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a reasonable 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for personalized attention in the classroom. The school currently ranks in the 40th percentile among Washington high schools, with 44% of students demonstrating proficiency in English Language Arts and Reading across grade levels.

While there's room for academic growth, Washington High School continues to focus on supporting its diverse student body in their educational journey. Located at 12420 Ainsworth Ave S in the 98444 ZIP code, the school serves a working-class community where the median household income is $60,855 and median home values are $326,000. About 16% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the school works with families across various economic backgrounds, with 15.6% of the local population facing poverty challenges.

As a regular public high school in Pierce County, Washington High School provides comprehensive secondary education to nearly a thousand students. The school sits in a suburban neighborhood with a population of over 35,000 residents, offering students connections to both their local community and the broader Tacoma area.