Serving 335 students in grades 6-12, New Washington Middle/high School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Washington Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
New Washington Middle/high School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to New Washington Middle/High School! Our picturesque surrounding is just a small part of what makes us special.
School Rankings
New Washington Middle/high School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Washington Middle/high School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#977 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Washington Middle/high School's ranking?
New Washington Middle/high School is ranked #977 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are New Washington Middle/high School often compared to?
New Washington Middle/high Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charlestown Senior High School, Jeffersonville High School, Silver Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Washington Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of New Washington Middle/high School is 90%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend New Washington Middle/high School?
335 students attend New Washington Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of New Washington Middle/high School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Washington Middle/high School?
New Washington Middle/high School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Washington Middle/high School offer ?
New Washington Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Washington Middle/high School part of?
New Washington Middle/high School is part of Greater Clark County Schools School District.
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