Washington High School, commonly referred to as Massillon High School or Massillon Washington High School, is a 9th to 12th grade secondary school within the Massillon City School District in the city of Massillon, Ohio.
Serving 1,230 students in grades 9-12, Washington High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 1,230 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating for Excellence
School Rankings
Washington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington High School is 0.53, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2144 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
14%
17%
White
66%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington High School's ranking?
Washington High School is ranked #2144 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Washington High School often compared to?
Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perry High School, Jackson High School, Mckinley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington High School?
The graduation rate of Washington High School is 89%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
1,230 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Washington High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington High School?
Washington High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
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 Massillon City School District.
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