Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington School serves a central area in Hawthorne, CA, encompassing approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington's student population of 418 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Hawthorne Way: Every student, every day.
School Rankings
Washington ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4641 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington's ranking?
Washington is ranked #4641 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Washington often compared to?
Washingtonis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Washington?
418 students attend Washington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Washington students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington?
Washington has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Washington offer ?
Washington offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Washington part of?
Washington is part of Hawthorne School District.
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