George Washington High School

George Washington High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2205 Forest Dr SE,  Cedar Rapids, IA
Bever Park Neighborhood
Cedar Rapids Community School District
4.0
4.7
1,291 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1240
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
60%
Average GPA
3.5
Graduation Rate
85%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B-
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.5
Reading Proficiency
60%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
78
Full Time Teachers
78
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1240
Math
610
Verbal
630
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
52.7%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

2
Test Scores
2
Equity
2
College Readiness
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Test Scores

Math
54%
Science
48.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
297:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.1%
Female
46.6%
White
56.3%
Black
20.7%
Two or more races
10.5%
Hispanic
8.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Iowa 310 Students
Iowa State University 164 Students
Kirkwood Community College 142 Students
University of Northern Iowa 116 Students
Mount Mercy University 69 Students
Coe College 69 Students
Drake University 65 Students
University of Chicago 40 Students
Wartburg College 31 Students
Cornell College 31 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 72 Students
Business 56 Students
Biology 47 Students
Nursing 42 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 31 Students
Political Science and Government 31 Students
Education 25 Students
Pre-Law Studies 23 Students
Liberal Arts and Humanities 21 Students
Chemistry 20 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 157 Reviews
5.0 Senior
9/6/2024
I've loved my time at Washington High School. I've had so many incredible teachers that treat me with respect, and who try to get to know me as an individual. I have a heavy interest in the arts (particularly vocal music, show choir, and theater) so this has been the perfect place for me. I truly believe that this school strives to make a place for everyone. There are so many clubs and activities where you can forge new experiences and meet new people.
4.0 Junior
11/16/2023
My experience at Washington has been one to remember. I'm coming up on my junior year. Washington has a great performing arts program along with a decent sports program. It is a relatively diverse school. It has a somewhat good source of resources but you have to look for them.
5.0 Alum
6/1/2023
A great school here in town, The school treat everyone equal with respect. Everyone enjoy being a George Washington student.
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4.7 12 Reviews
1.0 parent
9/14/2024
Not a safe environment for those with learning disabilities. They are placed with those with behavior problems with only creates an even worse learning environment for those with L.D.
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5.0 parent
7/20/2023
I think these scores are misleading and I would hate for folks from our if town who don't know the school to believe these numbers. There are some students who have attendance problems and their absences do hurt their scores and graduation rates. But for children who show up every day you have great...
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5.0 parent
9/27/2019
Fabulous! My kids went on to highly selective colleges and felt well prepared and also had a great time in all the quality extra-curriculars-- got to do a little of everything! Coaches and drama/show choir folks work together so students don't have to choose just one thing.
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5.0 parent
9/25/2019
Above average curriculum for advanced students. So many language choices! Wonderful Chorus and vocal programs. Diverse student body advantage.
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