Washington High School is the oldest of the five comprehensive public high schools in Fremont, California, United States. It was established in 1891. It is a part of the Fremont Unified School District.
Serving 1,901 students in grades 9-12, Washington High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,901 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Washington High School's student population of 1,901 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,901 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1891
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#951 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
52%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington High School's ranking?
Washington High School is ranked #951 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Washington High School often compared to?
Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American High School, Irvington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington High School?
The graduation rate of Washington High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Washington High School?
1,901 students attend Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Washington High School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington High School?
Washington High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington High School located?
Washington High School is located in the Centerville neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in Centerville.
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