Serving 269 students in grades 4-6, Washington Attendance Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Attendance Center's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Carmi, IL, encompassing approximately 297.9 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 11.6 miles to its edge and a maximum distance of 19.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Attendance Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Attendance Center's student population of 269 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Washington Attendance Center ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Attendance Center is 0.12, 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
#653 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 1992–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Attendance Center's ranking?
Washington Attendance Center is ranked #653 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Attendance Center?
269 students attend Washington Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Washington Attendance Center students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Attendance Center?
Washington Attendance Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Attendance Center offer ?
Washington Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Washington Attendance Center part of?
Washington Attendance Center is part of Carmi-White County CUSD 5 School District.
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