Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington District Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington District Elementary School's student population of 415 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington District Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington District Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1268 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
21%
21%
White
49%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington District Elementary School's ranking?
Washington District Elementary School is ranked #1268 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Washington District Elementary School often compared to?
Washington District Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonial Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Washington District Elementary School?
415 students attend Washington District Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Washington District Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington District Elementary School?
Washington District Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington District Elementary School offer ?
Washington District Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington District Elementary School part of?
Washington District Elementary School is part of Westmoreland County School District.
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