Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Washington Colony Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Colony Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Fresno, CA, encompassing approximately 7.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Colony Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Washington Colony Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Colony Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4823 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Colony Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Colony Elementary School is ranked #4823 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Washington Colony Elementary School?
414 students attend Washington Colony Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Washington Colony Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Colony Elementary School?
Washington Colony Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Washington Colony Elementary School offer ?
Washington Colony Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Washington Colony Elementary School part of?
Washington Colony Elementary School is part of Washington Colony Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL_Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL_Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL_Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
NO SCHOOL_Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
NO SCHOOL_Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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