Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Rochester, MN school district, encompassing approximately 216.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 334 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Asian
21%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Terrace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
334 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
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