Washington School

1044 Cook Avenue
Billings, MT 59101
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 255 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : Bottom 50% in MT
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:

School Overview

Washington School's student population of 255 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
255 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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School Rankings

Washington School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MT)
#655 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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15-19%
36%
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20-24%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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American Indian
17%
11%
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Asian
n/a
1%
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Hispanic
15%
5%
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Black
5%
1%
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White
56%
78%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.63
This chart display the diversity score of Washington School and the public school average diversity score of Montana by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
7%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Washington School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Montana by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington School's ranking?
Washington School is ranked #655 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Washington School often compared to?
Washington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yellowstone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Washington School?
255 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Washington School students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington School?
Washington School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Washington School offer ?
Washington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Washington School part of?
Washington School is part of Billings Elem School District.

School Reviews

5   10/6/2012
My son, Aiden, is in Kindergarten with Mrs. McClusky and he really loves it. Everyday he says positive things about his teacher and loves reviewing his letter of the week with me. This week he got a prize out of the treasure box. I am so impressed with how wonderful Washington Elementary School is. Staff is easy to get ahold of and Mrs. W is great to work with. Good Job Washington School! Regards, Michelle
- Posted by Parent - mdown

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 255 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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