Serving 255 students in grades 1-3, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary School serves the southeast part of the Charlotte, MI school district, covering an area of approximately 54.5 square miles. Families typically drive 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 10.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 255 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1951
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1534 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #1534 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
255 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Charlotte School District.
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