Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Twp Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Twp Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Twp Elementary School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Twp Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Twp Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#232 out of 1755 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
84%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Twp Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Twp Elementary School is ranked #232 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Washington Twp Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Twp Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Porter Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Washington Twp Elementary School?
405 students attend Washington Twp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Washington Twp Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Twp Elementary School?
Washington Twp Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington Twp Elementary School offer ?
Washington Twp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Twp Elementary School part of?
Washington Twp Elementary School is part of East Porter County School Corp School District.
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