What grades does Washington High School serve?

Washington High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Charles Town area.

Where is Washington High School located?

Washington High School is a town school in Charles Town, WV.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Washington High School is 18.2:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Charles Town, WV?

Schools in Charles Town include Washington High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Charles Town area.

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Washington High School — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Charles Town, West Virginia|JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

Charles Town, WV 25414

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Fri

9/11 Memorial at Independence Fire Co.HolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Fri

Faculty Senate / 2-Hr Early Dismissal / End of 1st Quarterhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

PD Day- No School for students Staff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Oct

Tue

PSAT Testing DayexamDistrict-wide

Only Sophomores will attend school. Freshman, Juniors, and Seniors will attend virtually.

Oct

Thu

Parent/Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Parent/Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,384

Student:Teacher

18.2:1

Locale

Town

District

JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

Phone

(304)885-5110

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

57%

90th percentile in WV

Math Proficiency

32%

70th percentile in WV

Graduation Rate

89%

Chronic Absenteeism

20.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

22 courses offered

216 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

1 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

79 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

253 test takers

Athletics

8 sports, 16 teams

400 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.2:1

Worse than average in WV

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,345

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

88% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,424

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,990

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,884

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 40%Local 50%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$572,410

-0.3% 1yr+20.1% 5yr

Washington, DC metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

14.1%

Below 150% poverty line

4.9%

Unemployment rate

5.8%

Uninsured residents

9.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,305

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,213

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

88%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

532 (44%)

Other Health Impairment

266 (22%)

Autism

159 (13%)

Speech/Language Impairment

136 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

60 (5%)

Emotional Disturbance

31 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,458

Current enrollment

Growing(+11% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Sep 11, 2026

9/11 Memorial at Independence Fire Co.

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Faculty Senate / 2-Hr Early Dismissal / End of 1st Quarter

half_day

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

PD Day- No School for students

County based 8-3

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS. Washington High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - All JCS Schools and Offices ClosedDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 11, 2026	9/11 Memorial at Independence Fire Co.District-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Faculty Senate / 2-Hr Early Dismissal / End of 1st QuarterDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	PD Day- No School for students District-wide County based 8-3	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	PSAT Testing DayDistrict-wide Only Sophomores will attend school. Freshman, Juniors, and Seniors will attend virtually.	exam	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Parent- Teacher conferences (no school)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	Parent/Teacher Conferences 5-7PMDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans Day Holiday- no school District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Fall Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide	Break	—
Sat, Dec 5, 2026	Band in Charles Town Christmas ParadeDistrict-wide	Holiday	—