Washington-Wilkes Comprehensive High School is a public high school in Wilkes County, Georgia, United States. It is located at 1182 Tignall Road. The school's teams are known as the Tigers.
Serving 359 students in grades 9-12, Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School's student population of 359 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#771 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
48%
36%
White
36%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School's ranking?
Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School is ranked #771 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School?
The graduation rate of Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School?
359 students attend Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School?
Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School offer ?
Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School part of?
Washington-wilkes Comprehensive High School is part of Wilkes County School District.
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