Serving 296 students in grades 5-8, Washington Middle 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Johnston City, IL, covering approximately 82.7 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Middle School's student population of 296 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
296 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
We Are Four Houses, One Tribe!!
School Rankings
Washington Middle 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 Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2617 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Middle School's ranking?
Washington Middle School is ranked #2617 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Washington Middle School often compared to?
Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Johnston City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
296 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Washington Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
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 Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of Johnston City CUSD 1 School District.
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