Serving 2,008 students in grades 9-12, Washington (George) High School ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to 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: 2,008 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington (George) High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Washington (George) High School's student population of 2,008 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,008 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington (George) High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington (George) 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
#1287 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
54%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 (George) High School's ranking?
Washington (George) High School is ranked #1287 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Washington (George) High School often compared to?
Washington (George) High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln (Abraham) High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington (George) High School?
The graduation rate of Washington (George) High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Washington (George) High School?
2,008 students attend Washington (George) High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Washington (George) High School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington (George) High School?
Washington (George) High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Washington (George) High School offer ?
Washington (George) High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington (George) High School part of?
Washington (George) High School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington (George) High School located?
Washington (George) High School is located in the Central Richmond neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Central Richmond.
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