Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Street Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Street Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Street Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Street Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2204 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)33%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
9%
22%
Black
52%
24%
White
27%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Street Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Street Elementary School is ranked #2204 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Washington Street Elementary School?
417 students attend Washington Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Washington Street Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Street Elementary School?
Washington Street Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington Street Elementary School offer ?
Washington Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Street Elementary School part of?
Washington Street Elementary School is part of Richmond County Schools.
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