George Washington High School is located in Denver, Colorado, United States. GW is a large urban high school serving grades 9–12. George Washington is a part of the Denver Public Schools system.
Serving 1,272 students in grades 9-12, George Washington High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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George Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
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George Washington High School's student population of 1,272 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
George Washington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#360 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
33%
36%
Black
25%
5%
White
28%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is George Washington High School's ranking?
George Washington High School is ranked #360 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are George Washington High School often compared to?
George Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Washington High School?
The graduation rate of George Washington High School is 90%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend George Washington High School?
1,272 students attend George Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of George Washington High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington High School?
George Washington High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does George Washington High School offer ?
George Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Washington High School part of?
George Washington High School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is George Washington High School located?
George Washington High School is located in the East neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East.
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