Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Mount Vernon, IA, encompassing approximately 77 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#140 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)11.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #140 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lisbon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
543 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Mount Vernon Comm School District.
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