Washington-wilkes High School serves 478 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 59% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
57%
36%
White
41%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington-wilkes High School?
478 students attend Washington-wilkes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Washington-wilkes High School students are Black, 41% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington-wilkes High School?
Washington-wilkes High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington-wilkes High School offer ?
Washington-wilkes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Washington-wilkes High School part of?
Washington-wilkes High School is part of Wilkes County School District.
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