Serving 209 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 209 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#468 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
23%
8%
Black
4%
15%
White
57%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #468 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
209 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Sedalia 200 School District.
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