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
3.37
Graduation Rate
90%
Niche Grade
B
B+
B+
B
B-
B
A-
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.37
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Reading Proficiency
43%
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Math Proficiency
41%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
70
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Full Time Teachers
70
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Teachers in First or Second Year
8.9%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1100
Math
540
Verbal
560
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Average ACT
22
Math
22
English
22
Reading
23
Science
22
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Number of AP Courses
17
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AP Pass Rate
65.6%
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AP Math Enrollment
High
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AP Science Enrollment
Average
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Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Low
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Boys Athletic Participation
Low
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
17%
State Average
31%
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Math
36%
State Average
44%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
422:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
50.5%
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Female
49.5%
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Economically disadvantaged
81.5%
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Hispanic
66.1%
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Male
50.5%
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Female
49.5%
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Limited English proficient
11%
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Black
10.1%
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White
9.4%
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Asian
7.3%
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Native American
4.2%
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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
516 Students
Northern Arizona University
395 Students
Grand Canyon University
331 Students
University of Arizona
284 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus
206 Students
Phoenix College
202 Students
Glendale Community College - Arizona
154 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
100 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus
84 Students
Arizona State University - Downtown Phoenix Campus
64 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
101 Students
Nursing
101 Students
Psychology
56 Students
Biology
40 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
39 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
33 Students
Computer Science
31 Students
Accounting
30 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing
26 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice
24 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
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.
6/27/2023
I loved how the staff was always helpful and the students always connected with one another. The environment itself was also very positive which pushed me to try my best everyday.
5/21/2023
The school offers amazing teachers and a variety of courses. There are many opportunities with extracurriculars. The school is also spirited with events and traditions to maintain enthusiasm and participation. In addition, there is an embracement of diversity with ethnicities and sexualities.
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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Median Lot Size
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Median Age
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Average House Size
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Parks in this Area
Washington Park
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- Basketball
- Dog Park
Cielito Park
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- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Mariposa Park
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- Grills
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La Pradera 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. Annual tuition is $0. 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 B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.37, 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 $470,995. 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.