Serving 376 students in grades 7-8, Carleton W Washburne School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Carleton W Washburne School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Winnetka, IL, encompassing approximately 3.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carleton W Washburne School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carleton W Washburne School's student population of 376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
376 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carleton W Washburne School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carleton W Washburne School is 0.17, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
White
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Unsure
School Mascot
Unsure
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carleton W Washburne School's ranking?
Carleton W Washburne School is ranked #89 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carleton W Washburne School often compared to?
Carleton W Washburne Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marie Murphy School, South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carleton W Washburne School?
376 students attend Carleton W Washburne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Carleton W Washburne School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carleton W Washburne School?
Carleton W Washburne School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carleton W Washburne School offer ?
Carleton W Washburne School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Carleton W Washburne School part of?
Carleton W Washburne School is part of Winnetka SD 36 School District.
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