Serving 394 students in grades 3-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sterling, IL, covering approximately 112 square miles, with a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school and an average distance of 6.8 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 10.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 394 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Where Kids Achieve!'
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1773 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
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)7.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #1773 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
394 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Sterling CUSD 5 School District.
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