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 1,180 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 31%). 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 Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (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
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 1,180 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1932
Colors
Red and Gold
School Rankings
Washington High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 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 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1269 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
35%
23%
Black
33%
7%
White
14%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington High School's ranking?
Washington High School is ranked #1269 out of 1,269 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 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 31% 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 77%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
1,180 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Washington High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 5% 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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