Washington School

3 Sage Dr
Monticello, IL 61856
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Washington School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 558 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 20% in IL
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Washington School's student population of 558 students has grown by 137% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 135% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Sages

School Rankings

Washington School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington School is 0.10, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
#586 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
45-49%
27%
40-44%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
95%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Sages
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington School's ranking?
Washington School is ranked #586 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington School?
558 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Washington School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington School?
Washington School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington School offer ?
Washington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Washington School part of?
Washington School is part of Monticello CUSD 25 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 558 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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