Washington Catholic High School is a private, Roman Catholic high school located adjacent to the courthouse square in Washington, Indiana.
It is a part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Evansville.
It is part of a larger school system that was founded by Mother Theodore Guerin in 1857.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Washington Catholic Middle High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1857
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
306 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: The Future Belongs To Those Who See Possibilities Today
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Brandy Ramaj Jewett, Athletic Trainer, graduated from Washington High School in 2011 -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Washington Catholic Middle High School?
The acceptance rate of Washington Catholic Middle High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
Who are famous alumni from Washington Catholic Middle High School?
Washington Catholic Middle High School famous alumni include: Brandy Ramaj Jewett, Athletic Trainer, graduated from Washington High School in 2011.
What sports does Washington Catholic Middle High School offer?
Washington Catholic Middle High School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis and Track and Field.
What is Washington Catholic Middle High School's ranking?
Washington Catholic Middle High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Washington Catholic Middle High School?
The application deadline for Washington Catholic Middle High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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