Serving 122 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary School serves the southwest part of Lawton, OK, encompassing an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the attendance zone is about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a furthest boundary of 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 122 students has declined by 88% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 89% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
28%
21%
Black
16%
8%
White
26%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% OK state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
122 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Washington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Black, and 10% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Lawton School District.
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