Washington High School serves 1,005 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,005 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
90%
9%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (00-01)
59%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (00-01)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington High School?
1,005 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Washington High School students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington High School?
Washington High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington High School offer ?
Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington High School part of?
Washington High School is part of Milwaukee School District.
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