Serving 581 students in grades 5-6, Washington Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire El Dorado, AR school district, covering approximately 273.7 square miles. Typically, it takes about 15-20 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 17.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Middle School's student population of 581 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
581 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#487 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
47%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
El Dorado Promise
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Middle School's ranking?
Washington Middle School is ranked #487 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Washington Middle School often compared to?
Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barton Jr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
581 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Washington Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of El Dorado School District.
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