For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 795 students in Washington, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Washington, MO are Washington West Elementary School and South Point Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Washington, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Washington have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Washington, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington West Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
840 West Pride Drive
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 390-9150
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 390-9150
Gr: K-6 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
South Point Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4328 St. Johns Road
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2700
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2700
Gr: K-6 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Washington, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 W Fifth St
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2550
Washington, MO 63090
(636) 231-2550
Gr: K-6 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Washington, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Washington, MO include Washington West Elementary School and South Point Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Washington?
2 public elementary schools are located in Washington.
What is the racial composition of students in Washington?
Washington public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Washington are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Washington include: South Point Elementary School vs. Washington West Elementary School, Washington West Elementary School vs. South Point Elementary School
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