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Washington High School

High School · JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

300 Washington Patriots Dr, Charles Town, WV 25414

Enrollment

1,384

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#440 of 635

In Charles Town

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#13 of 16

JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

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Washington High School

5.4/10

High School in Charles Town · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Page Jackson Elementary

5.1/10

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7.4/10

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About Washington High School

Washington High School is a public high school in Charles Town, WV, part of JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS. Washington High School serves approximately 1,384 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #440 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Washington High School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • WV avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Washington High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
College Readiness6.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation15.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,424
Chronic Absenteeism32.1%

Washington High School — Students at Washington High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 25 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
32%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
33%
2019
Math
33%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
55%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.

How Washington High School Compares

See how Washington High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
31th percentile in WV
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
76 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
15.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·16 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

300 Washington Patriots Dr, Charles Town, WV 25414

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Clarke County High (rated 8.0/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Berryville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson High School (rated 5.9/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Shenandoah Junction), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Charles Town, see our Charles Town schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Page Jackson Elementary Charles Town 0.8 mi 5.1
Wright Denny Intermediate School Charles Town 2.2 mi 7.4
Charles Town Middle School Charles Town 2.1 mi 7.5
Ranson Elementary School Ranson 3.2 mi 3.9
South Jefferson Elementary School Charles Town 2.7 mi 8.3
WEE DISCIPLES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kearneysville 5.4 mi 3.8
Eastern Panhandle Preparatory Academy Kearneysville 4.9 mi
Virtual Preparatory Academy of West Virginia Kearneysville 4.9 mi
Blue Ridge Elementary School Harpers Ferry 5.2 mi 7.2
Driswood Elementary School Shenandoah Junction 6.3 mi 8.1
T A Lowery Elementary School Shenandoah Junction 6.9 mi 3.3
Jefferson High School Shenandoah Junction 6.9 mi 5.9
Wildwood Middle School Shenandoah Junction 7.2 mi 7.9
North Jefferson Elementary Kearneysville 7.5 mi 6.4
C. W. Shipley Elementary School Harpers Ferry 6.7 mi 8.1
GRAFTON INTEGRATED HEALTH NETWORK - BERRYVILLE Berryville 8.6 mi 7.0
Harpers Ferry Middle School Harpers Ferry 8.0 mi 8.0
Clarke County High Berryville 9.1 mi 8.0
Johnson-Williams Middle Berryville 9.4 mi 4.9
D.G. Cooley Elementary Berryville 9.5 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25414 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,020

Median Home Value

$365,500

Median Rent

$1,036/mo

Population

20,273

College Educated

36.6%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

38.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Spring Mills High School Martinsburg, WV 5.3
Riverside High School Belle, WV 5.2
Hedgesville High School Hedgesville, WV 5.7
Parkersburg High School Parkersburg, WV 5.1
Saint Albans High School Saint Albans, WV 5.1
Cabell Midland High School Ona, WV 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington High School

What grades does Washington High School serve?

Washington High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Washington High School?

Washington High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,384 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Washington High School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington High School rank in WV?

Washington High School ranks #440 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Washington High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Washington High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington High School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Washington High School a charter school?

No, Washington High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Washington High School a Title I school?

No, Washington High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,384
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
76
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.1%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

District

JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
8,245
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,424
District Rank
#13 of 16

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