Washington Elementary School serves 222 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 222 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission at Washington Elementary School is to instill and develop the foundations of life-long learning in our students. The ultimate goal of Washington is to produce capable, productive citizens that can successfully function in a democratic society.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
67%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
29%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
222 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Washington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Lamar School District No. Re-2.
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