Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Elementary Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary Magnet School serves the northeast part of West Palm Beach, FL, with an attendance zone covering approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, typically around 0.5 miles from the school, while the furthest edge of the zone is about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Elementary Magnet School's student population of 241 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Washington Elementary Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary Magnet School is 0.29, 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
#2852 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
84%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
34%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Washington Elementary Magnet School is ranked #2852 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Washington Elementary Magnet School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Riviera Elementary School, The Conservatory School At North Palm Beach by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary Magnet School?
241 students attend Washington Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Washington Elementary Magnet School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary Magnet School?
Washington Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Washington Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary Magnet School part of?
Washington Elementary Magnet School is part of Palm Beach School District.
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