Washington Elementary School

Washington Elementary School serves 130 students in grades Prekindergarten. 
The student-teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 130 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 43:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Washington Elementary School's student population of 130 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
Student-Teacher Ratio
43:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
14%
16%
White
78%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
27%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
130 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 43:1, 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 Prekindergarten
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of East Alton SD 13 School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 130 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 43:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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