Washington High School first opened its doors in 1938, moving to its current location on February 1, 1960.

Washington High School has acquired a rich sports heritage throughout its years.

Football On September 3, 2011, Gehrig Dieter set a national record for receiving yards in a high school football game, with 447 yards against Elkhart Central High School.

Also in Students senior year they can acquire certifications in EKG, PCT, and NSCHE.

•African American Male Leadership •Choir •Color Guard •Ceramics Club •Dance Team •Debate Club •Drama Club ·Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) •Future Problem Solvers •Girlfriends •Gospel Choir •HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) •International Thespians Society •JAG (Jobs for America's Graduates) •Jazz Band •Latino Student Union •Marching Band •Pep Band •Quiz Bowl •Student Council •Twirling The 2015-2016 enrollment was 1001, of which 63% were Black, 15% were Hispanic, 11% were White, 8% were Multiracial, and 3% were Asian and Native American.