Serving 325 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington District-wide Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington District-wide Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Washington District-wide Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington District-wide Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
63%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Washington District-wide Elementary School often compared to?
Washington District-wide Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Terrace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Washington District-wide Elementary School?
325 students attend Washington District-wide Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Washington District-wide Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington District-wide Elementary School?
Washington District-wide Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington District-wide Elementary School offer ?
Washington District-wide Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington District-wide Elementary School part of?
Washington District-wide Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
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