Washington Community High School is a public high school located in Washington, Illinois. The district, Washington Community High School District 308, was first chartered in 1920, but the current high school on Bondurant Street was opened in 1942 with an enrollment of 230.
Serving 1,451 students in grades 9-12, Washington Comm High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Comm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Washington Comm High School's student population of 1,451 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
1920
School Calendar
School Mascot
Panther
School Rankings
Washington Comm High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Comm High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#534 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
4%
28%
Black
2%
16%
White
87%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Comm High School's ranking?
Washington Comm High School is ranked #534 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Washington Comm High School often compared to?
Washington Comm High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Comm High School?
The graduation rate of Washington Comm High School is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Washington Comm High School?
1,451 students attend Washington Comm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Washington Comm High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Comm High School?
Washington Comm High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Comm High School offer ?
Washington Comm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington Comm High School part of?
Washington Comm High School is part of Washington CHSD 308 School District.
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