The school newspaper is The Surveyor, which is part of the High School National Ad Network.
George Washington High School is located on the far southeast side of Chicago in the East Side neighborhood. It serves the students of East Side, Hegewisch and South Deering. It is about 66% Latino, 23% Black, and 9% White.
George Washington High School is a secondary school of Danville, Virginia. It is a member of the AAA Western Valley District. The school has approximately 1,500 students and 200 staff.