Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Washington-wilkes Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington-Wilkes Primary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Washington, GA, covering approximately 474.1 square miles. Families in this area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 12.7 miles and the furthest edge located 18.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington-wilkes Primary School's student population of 365 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington-wilkes Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington-wilkes Primary School is 0.63, 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
#1333 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
50%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington-wilkes Primary School's ranking?
Washington-wilkes Primary School is ranked #1333 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Washington-wilkes Primary School often compared to?
Washington-wilkes Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Slaughter Elementary School, Slaughter Community Charter School, Centerville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Washington-wilkes Primary School?
365 students attend Washington-wilkes Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Washington-wilkes Primary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington-wilkes Primary School?
Washington-wilkes Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington-wilkes Primary School offer ?
Washington-wilkes Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington-wilkes Primary School part of?
Washington-wilkes Primary School is part of Wilkes County School District.
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