Washington High School is a public high school located in Kansas City, Kansas, United States. It serves students in grades 9 through 12 and is operated by the Kansas City USD 500 school district
Serving 1,190 students in grades 9-12, Washington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 1,190 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1932
Colors
White, Burgundy
School Rankings
Washington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1280 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
32%
22%
Black
36%
7%
White
14%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington High School's ranking?
Washington High School is ranked #1280 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Washington High School often compared to?
Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wyandotte High School, F L Schlagle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington High School?
The graduation rate of Washington High School is 74%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
1,190 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Washington High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington High School?
Washington High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington High School offer ?
Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington High School part of?
Washington High School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington High School located?
Washington High School is located in the Nearman Hills neighborhood of Kansas City, KS.
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