Washington Elementary School

8937 Big Bend Rd
Waterford, WI 53185
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 192 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 20% in WI
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • : Washington Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waterford, WI, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 5.7 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Washington Elementary School's student population of 192 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
192 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

School Rankings

Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#267 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
50-54%
40%
60-64%
38%
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
90%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
10%
0.19
(22-23)
8.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing

Sports

School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #267 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
192 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Washington-Caldwell School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • : Washington Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Waterford, WI, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 5.7 miles at its furthest point.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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