Serving 318 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary School serves the west part of Mount Vernon, WA, covering an area of approximately 19.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 5.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1788 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
59%
27%
Black
2%
5%
White
34%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
34.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #1788 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Skagit Academy, Madison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
318 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Washington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Mount Vernon School District.
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