Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-5, 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 ≤5% (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 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Champaign, IL, covering approximately 80.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 5.3 miles and reaching up to 8.8 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 265 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Unspecified
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 0.54, 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
#3040 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
66%
16%
White
12%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
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 #3040 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 Garden Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% 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?
265 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Washington Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 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 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Champaign CUSD 4 School District.
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