Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Washington Dual Language Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Maywood, IL, encompassing approximately 5.5 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Dual Language Academy's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Dual Language Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Dual Language Academy is 0.38, 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
#2015 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
76%
29%
Black
21%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Dual Language Academy's ranking?
Washington Dual Language Academy is ranked #2015 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Washington Dual Language Academy often compared to?
Washington Dual Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Karel Havlicek Elementary School, Jefferson Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Dual Language Academy?
346 students attend Washington Dual Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Washington Dual Language Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Dual Language Academy?
Washington Dual Language Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Dual Language Academy offer ?
Washington Dual Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Washington Dual Language Academy part of?
Washington Dual Language Academy is part of Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89 School District.
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