Serving 472 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Washington West Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri 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 Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington West Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington West Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington West Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#562 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
91%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington West Elementary School's ranking?
Washington West Elementary School is ranked #562 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Washington West Elementary School often compared to?
Washington West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Haven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Washington West Elementary School?
472 students attend Washington West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Washington West Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington West Elementary School?
Washington West Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington West Elementary School offer ?
Washington West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Washington West Elementary School part of?
Washington West Elementary School is part of Washington School District.
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