Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Washington Primary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Primary's student population of 488 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Primary is 0.61, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
15%
Black
18%
14%
White
56%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Washington Primary often compared to?
Washington Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Intermediate, Barr Reeve Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Washington Primary?
488 students attend Washington Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Washington Primary students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Primary?
Washington Primary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington Primary offer ?
Washington Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Primary part of?
Washington Primary is part of Washington Community Schools.
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