Washington K8, a Birmingham public K–8 school, ranked between #1087 and #1139 in Alabama from 2022 to 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% statewide.
Math proficiency at was 7% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, with recent test scores showing a decline from 15% in 2019; reading proficiency was 22%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
The school's minority enrollment was 98%, with 89% of students eligible for free lunch, reflecting a high level of socioeconomic need and stable free lunch rates since 2019.
served 590 students in PreK–8 grades in 2024, with a student–teacher ratio of approximately 20:1 and an enrollment growth from 506 students in 2022.
Despite low proficiency rates, the school maintained a graduation rate above state averages, reaching 95% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary School serves the southwest part of Birmingham, AL, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington K8's student population of 617 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington K8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington K8 is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1139 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
63%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
50%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington K8's ranking?
Washington K8 is ranked #1139 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Washington K8 often compared to?
Washington K8is often viewed alongside schools like Phillips Academy, Sun Valley Elementary School, Princeton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Washington K8?
617 students attend Washington K8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Washington K8 students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington K8?
Washington K8 has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington K8 offer ?
Washington K8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington K8 part of?
Washington K8 is part of Birmingham City School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington K8 located?
Washington K8 is located in the North Titusville neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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