Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: 50%
- Reading Proficiency: 52%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 199 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)50%
60%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)52%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
1%
12%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% MN state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
199 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 7% 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 Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of New Ulm Public School District.
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