Washington Elementary School

506 E Main St
Whitewater, WI 53190
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 30% in WI
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Washington Elementary School's student population of 312 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

School Rankings

Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 30% 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 0.58, which is more 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)
#427 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
45-49%
40%
50-54%
38%
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
39%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
52%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
(22-23)
21.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #427 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Lakeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
312 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Whitewater Unified School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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