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Expand each of the sections below to learn more about our school.
Expand each of the sections below to learn more about our school.
Diverse Population
Diverse Population
One of our greatest assets within our school community is our diversity. We like to say we have 100% great kids.
25% African American, 41% Asian, 20% Caucasian, 10% Hispanic, 4% Multiracial or American Indian
Student Choice
Student Choice
Students have the opportunity to design their own schedule and take classes that interest them. A wide range of electives offer students the opportunity to find a new gift or talent they may have.
Electives are offered Monday-Thursday for 45 minutes on a quarterly basis.
Kindergarten students get 4 electives per year.
First & Second grade students get 6 electives per year.
Third, Fourth & Fifth grade students get 8 electives per year.
Expanded Opportunities in the Visual and Performing Arts
Expanded Opportunities in the Visual and Performing Arts
Students have the opportunity to attend an array of visual and performing arts classes.
Kindergarten students get a daily special of Art, Music, Physical Education, Dance and Drama each week.
First and Second grade students get a daily special 1st semester.
Third, Fourth & Fifth grade students choose from a Focus Special each quarter.
Some examples include: Steel Drum Band, America Ninja Warrior, Ukulele, Recycled Percussion, Fairy Tales in Spanish, Broadway Bound, Boomwhackers, Improv, Origami.
In addition to specials, a wide variety of electives are offered for students.
Pottery, Sculpture, Drawing and Painting
Band & Orchestra beginning in 3rd Grade
Ballet, Yoga, Zumba, Tap, Creative Movement
Theater Games, Theater Production, Behind the Scenes
Musical Theater, Piano, Guitar, Digital Music Making
New Games, Team Sports, Track & Field, PE Variety
Robotics, Computer Coding, Computer Webmasters
Close proximity to downtown Raleigh
Close proximity to downtown Raleigh
Located on 24 acres near downtown Raleigh, Washington has a unique opportunity to capitalize on the rich culture around us.
With the assistance of the Raleigh Ambassadors, students in 2nd-5th grade participate in walking field trips to Duke Energy Center for Performing Arts, NC Museum of Natural Sciences, and the NC History Museum.
Partnerships with Meredith College, NC State University, and Shaw University allow student teachers and volunteers to be a part of our school community. Professors also partner with our faculty to offer professional development to our teachers.
Rich History and Historic Location
Rich History and Historic Location
Built in 1923. National Historic Site
1st African American public High School in Raleigh
Since then it has been a combination middle and elementary school, a 6th grade center and, in a final effort to spare the building from demolition, an elementary magnet school.
41st year as a Gifted and Talented magnet school.
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