Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary serves the northwest part of Janesville, WI, covering an area of approximately 16.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 410 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.45, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#280 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #280 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Elementary School, Harmony Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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?
410 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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 Janesville School District.
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