Washington Elementary School

525 High St
Charlotte, MI 48813
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 249 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 higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 1-3
  • Enrollment: 249 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Washington Elementary School's student population of 249 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

School Rankings

Washington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1558 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
35-39%
34%
35-39%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #1558 out of 3,069 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 34% 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?
249 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 1-3
  • Enrollment: 249 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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