Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Washington Elementary School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to New Washington Elementary! Our unique, small school community sets us apart from many schools.
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
New Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Washington Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
89%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Washington Elementary School's ranking?
New Washington Elementary School is ranked #500 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are New Washington Elementary School often compared to?
New Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Ridge Elementary School, Henryville Elementary School, Silver Creek Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend New Washington Elementary School?
296 students attend New Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of New Washington Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Washington Elementary School?
New Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Washington Elementary School offer ?
New Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Washington Elementary School part of?
New Washington Elementary School is part of Greater Clark County Schools.
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