Washington School

Washington School serves 192 students in grades Prekindergarten. 
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Washington School's student population of 192 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
192 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Educate Students • Empower Individuals • Build Character'

School Rankings

The diversity score of Washington School is 0.69, 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)
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
38%
16%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
62%
0.69
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Washington School?
192 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Washington School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington School?
Washington School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington School offer ?
Washington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Washington School part of?
Washington School is part of Belleville SD 118 School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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