Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 75%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
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Washington Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)50-54%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)55-59%
75%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
71%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Acres Elementary School, Houston Elementary School, Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies - Orange by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% TX state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
259 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Washington Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
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 Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Port Arthur Independent School District.
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