Washington Street Elementary School

538 Washington St
Otsego, MI 49078
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Street Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 450 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • : 60% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Washington Street Elementary School's student population of 450 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Washington Street Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Street Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#547 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
50%
35%
60%
45%
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.19
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington Street Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Street Elementary School is ranked #547 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Washington Street Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dix Street Elementary School, Gilkey Elementary School, Starr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Washington Street Elementary School?
450 students attend Washington Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Washington Street Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Street Elementary School?
Washington Street Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington Street Elementary School offer ?
Washington Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Street Elementary School part of?
Washington Street Elementary School is part of Otsego School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 450 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • : 60% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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