Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
274 students
![This chart displays total students of Washington Elementary School by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays total students of Washington Elementary School by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/total_students/4000/4044/washington-elementary-school-chart-s4ATOh.png)
Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#342 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Washington Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Washington Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/sci_percent/4000/4044/washington-elementary-school-chart-w5VaJS.png)
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
2%
![This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Washington Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2017-18 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Washington Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2017-18 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/asian_islander_ethnicity/4000/4044/washington-elementary-school-chart-btxbkhw.png)
Hispanic
9%
14%
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Black
17%
19%
![This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Washington Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Washington Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/black_students_ethnicity/4000/4044/washington-elementary-school-chart-bg0yVP9.png)
White
58%
59%
![This chart displays the percentage of White students in Washington Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of White students in Washington Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/white_students_ethnicity/4000/4044/washington-elementary-school-chart-br6wqWT.png)
Hawaiian
2%
1%
![This chart displays the percentage of Hawaiian students in Washington Elementary School and the percentage of Hawaiian public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Hawaiian students in Washington Elementary School and the percentage of Hawaiian public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/hawaiian_students_ethnicity/4000/4044/washington-elementary-school-chart-bcJfj3x.png)
Two or more races
14%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Arkansas. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Arkansas.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/4000/4044/washington-elementary-school-chart-NVObZU.png)
![This chart displays the diversity score of Washington Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Washington Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/4000/4044/washington-elementary-school-chart-EG5Aeq.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
58%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #342 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Root Elementary School, Owl Creek School, Leverett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
274 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Fayetteville School District.
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