Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 424 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 30% 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 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#717 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)45%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
34%
28%
Black
14%
16%
White
41%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #717 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
424 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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?
Washington Elementary School is part of Evanston CCSD 65 School District.
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