Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 385 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Minority Enrollment: 39%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 20% in IL
Math Proficiency
: 50-54% (Top 10%)
Reading Proficiency
: 40-44% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 60-64% (Top 30%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
385 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
I love this school... it brings out the best in my boys. The teachers and staff members are friendly and supportive. The environment is nice, friendly and conducive. My boys love it there a lot.
- Posted by Parent - Mom of 3 boys
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 385 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
Minority Enrollment: 39%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 20%
Math Proficiency
: 50-54% (Top 10%)
Reading Proficiency
: 40-44% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 60-64% (Top 30%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
