Serving 408 students in grades 4-6, Washington Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Intermediate School's student population of 408 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Intermediate School is 0.20, 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
#1946 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Intermediate School's ranking?
Washington Intermediate School is ranked #1946 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Washington Intermediate School often compared to?
Washington Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle School, Parkview Jr High School, Wilson Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Intermediate School?
408 students attend Washington Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Washington Intermediate School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Intermediate School?
Washington Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Intermediate School offer ?
Washington Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Washington Intermediate School part of?
Washington Intermediate School is part of Pekin Public School District 108.
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