For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,896 students in Washington, MO (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,596 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in Washington, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Washington, MO are Washington West Elementary School, Washington Middle School and Washington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Washington, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Missouri public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Washington have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Washington, MO (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington West Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
840 West Pride Drive
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 390-9150
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 390-9150
Grades: K-6
| 472 students
Rank: #22.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 E Fourteenth Street
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2300
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2300
Grades: 7-8
| 594 students
Rank: #33.
Washington High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 Blue Jay Drive
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2200
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,336 students
Rank: #44.
South Point Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4328 St. Johns Road
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2700
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2700
Grades: K-6
| 383 students
Rank: n/an/a
831 West Pride Drive
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 390-2942
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 390-2942
Grades: PK
| 111 students
Rank: n/an/a
Four Rivers Career Center
Vocational School
1978 Image Drive
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2100
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2100
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Washington, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 W Fifth St
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2550
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2550
Grades: K-6
| 113 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Washington, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Washington, MO include Washington West Elementary School, Washington Middle School and Washington High School.
How many public schools are located in Washington, MO?
6 public schools are located in Washington, MO.
What percentage of students in Washington, MO go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in Washington, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Washington, MO?
Washington, MO public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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