Washington Elementary School

212 W Walnut St
Oglesby, IL 61348
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 116 students in grades 6-8, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 116 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Bottom 50% in IL
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • : Washington Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Oglesby, IL, encompassing approximately 22.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Washington Elementary School's student population of 116 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
116 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

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 0.37, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#2447 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

15-19%
27%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

10-14%
30%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
16%
29%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
78%
45%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
6%
4%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
22%
0.37

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
26.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%

Showing 2010–2025. 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 #2447 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 Serena High School, Ottawa Township High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
116 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
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 Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Oglesby ESD 125 School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 116 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • : Washington Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Oglesby, IL, encompassing approximately 22.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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