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George Washington High School

1522 Tennis Club Rd, Charleston, WV 25314, United States
+1 (304) 348-7729
http://gwhs.kana.k12.wv.us/
5.8
Overall Rating

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George Washington High School Overview

About This School

George Washington High School is a public high in Charleston, West Virginia, serving 1,145 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 78% in ELA, 47% in math, and 49% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1 with 51 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $70,610. Counselors are available to the student body at a ratio of 286:1. The student population at George Washington High School is 51% female and 49% male. Regarding ethnicity, the school is 82% White, 6% Black, 5% Asian, 5% Two or More Races, and 2% Hispanic.

1,145
Total Students
Grade 9-12
22:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
51 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts78%
Mathematics47%
Science49%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Kanawha County
Students per Counselor
286:1

George Washington High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

78%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 45%State Avg: 41%
47%
Mathematics
City Avg: 39%State Avg: 34%
49%
Science
City Avg: 31%State Avg: 29%

Class Information

22:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.8:1
State Avg: 12.7:1
286
Students per Counselor

George Washington High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
51

Average Teacher Salary

$70,610
City Avg: $70,610
State Avg: $58,405

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio22:1
Students per Counselor286:1

George Washington High School Student Demographics

Student Body

49.34%
Male
50.66%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,145 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White81.83%
Hispanic1.57%
Asian5.07%
Black6.03%
Two or More Races5.33%
Native American0.17%

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Frequently Asked Questions About George Washington High School

Q: What is George Washington High School?

A: George Washington High School is a high public located in Charleston.

Q: How many students attend George Washington High School?

A: George Washington High School has approximately 1,145 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at George Washington High School is 22:1.

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Detailed Information about George Washington High School

George Washington High School is a public high in Charleston, West Virginia, serving 1,145 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 78% in ELA, 47% in math, and 49% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1 with 51 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $70,610. Counselors are available to the student body at a ratio of 286:1. The student population at George Washington High School is 51% female and 49% male. Regarding ethnicity, the school is 82% White, 6% Black, 5% Asian, 5% Two or More Races, and 2% Hispanic.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
Schoolary Research Team
Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About George Washington High School - Charleston, WV

Quick Facts about George Washington High School
School NameGeorge Washington High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location1522 Tennis Club Rd, Charleston, WV 25314, Charleston, WV
CountyKanawha County
Phone+1 (304) 348-7729
Total Students1,145
Student-Teacher Ratio22:1
Full-Time Teachers51
Rating5.8/10
ELA Proficiency78%
Math Proficiency47%
Science Proficiency49%

Frequently Asked Questions about George Washington High School

What is George Washington High School?

George Washington High School is a high public located in Charleston.

How many students attend George Washington High School?

George Washington High School has approximately 1,145 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington High School?

The student-teacher ratio at George Washington High School is 22:1.

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