Washington Elementary School serves 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Alva, OK, encompassing approximately 633.5 square miles. Families may typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.3 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 24.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
A Symbol of Excellence
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
74%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
240 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, 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-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Alva School District.
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