Serving 331 students in grades 6-8, Washington Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Middle School serves the southeast part of Evansville, IN, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Middle School's student population of 331 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1937
School Calendar
School Motto
A.R.M.Y. strong
School Rankings
Washington Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1415 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Middle School's ranking?
Washington Middle School is ranked #1415 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Washington Middle School often compared to?
Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helfrich Park Stem Academy, Plaza Park International Prep Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
331 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Washington Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Middle School located?
Washington Middle School is located in the Presidents neighborhood of Evansville, IN.
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