Established in 1955, Washington High School has been teaching students since Phoenix had its first housing boom in the ‘50s and ‘60s. Needless to say, it has been an institution growing as fast as the city itself! Today, as part of the Glendale Union High School District, the school teaches more than 1,800 students in grades nine through twelve and is often ranked as one of the top high schools in the state of Arizona.
Students at Washington High School consistently achieve test scores above the state average in reading and math, and more than a quarter of students pass at least one Advance Placement Exam. Aside from a rigorous academic curriculum, Washington High also offers career and technical education courses, an English Language Learner program, special education, family/consumer sciences, and visual and performing arts.
As far as extracurriculars, students can further explore interests in bowling, chess, creative writing, garden club, and a fanimation club, among many others. When it comes to revving up team spirit, Washington High has a robust athletics program with great facilities on campus.
Aspiring Washington Rams can participate in badminton, cheer, football, volleyball, golf, tennis, and even more. The school is never short of activities that allow students to find outlets for fun and building relationships.
Washington High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
2217 W Glendale Ave,
Phoenix, AZ
Glendale Union High School District
School Details
Head of School
Tami J. Strege
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Average SAT Score
1100
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
41%
Reading Proficiency
43%
Average GPA
3.35
Graduation Rate
90%
Niche Grade
B
B+
B+
B
B-
B+
A-
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.35
Reading Proficiency
43%
Math Proficiency
41%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
70
Full Time Teachers
70
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1100
Math
540
Verbal
560
Average ACT
22
Math
22
English
22
Reading
23
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
17
AP Pass Rate
65.6%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
36%
State Average
44%
Science
17%
State Average
31%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
422:1
Student Diversity
Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%
Hispanic
66%
White
11.2%
Black
10%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.3%
Native American
3.6%
Two or more races
2.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University
537 Students
Northern Arizona University
418 Students
Grand Canyon University
354 Students
University of Arizona
308 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus
221 Students
Phoenix College
217 Students
Glendale Community College - Arizona
161 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
111 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus
96 Students
University of San Diego
75 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
104 Students
Business
103 Students
Psychology
60 Students
Biology
42 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
41 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
38 Students
Computer Science
33 Students
Accounting
30 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing
25 Students
Architecture
24 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/3/2025
Overall a good school when it comes to academics although Parent involvement is little. additionally the teachers a great but no so much for faculty
7/9/2024
My experience at this has been up and down. When my regular schedule due to me being a sports guy, I was able to have the opportunity to have Advanced PE to help relieve and also other opportunities like the opening of Boys Volleyball where I could endeavor into something I'm passionate about.
7/10/2023
My experience with the school itself is great. The teachers are nice for the most part, but the higher faculty has inefficient ways of disciplining students. For example, they prevented all students from using the restroom for months.
GreatSchools Reviews
6/18/2024
The students of this school are prepared steadily and appropriately as they collaborate with supportive teachers and assisting students.
4/22/2024
Gives a lot of chances to all students,is very good with learning and sports,Decent size school but won’t make you miss out on the high school experience.Helps to find your place in career and in life.Very caring of students.
10/18/2021
I went here and I loved it.
9/16/2016
Never had any support or guidance. A few weeks before graduation, I wad told I was half a credit short. Never graduated. Terrible school.
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List Price Range
$164K - $2.5M
Homes For Sale
230
Average Home Value
$472,966
Median Lot Size
7,405 Sq Ft
% Renters
55%
Average Household Income
$75,195
% of College Grads
23.2%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
2,125 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
48.6%
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Parks in this Area
Washington Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Cielito Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Mariposa Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
La Pradera Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
John F. and Mary P. Long Homestead Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Colter Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Tawa Mini Park
- Playground
Kid Street Park
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Washington High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Phoenix, AZ and is served by the Glendale Union High School District in Arizona. The school has a total enrollment of 1,845 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Academic records show that 41% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 43% are proficient in reading. Washington High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.35, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1100 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $472,966. Discover additional schools in the area, like Alhambra High School, Cortez High School, Sunnyslope High School, and more. Learn more about what Phoenix has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Washington High School.