Serving 864 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Washington Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 864 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Park El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Washington, PA, covering approximately 3.4 square miles and allowing for a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Park Elementary School's student population of 864 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
864 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to Excellence
School Rankings
Washington Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Park Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2026 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Park Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Park Elementary School is ranked #2026 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Washington Park Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allison Park Elementary School, Trinity East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Washington Park Elementary School?
864 students attend Washington Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Washington Park Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 22% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Park Elementary School?
Washington Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Park Elementary School offer ?
Washington Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Park Elementary School part of?
Washington Park Elementary School is part of Washington School District.
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