Serving 370 students in grades 7-8, Carleton W Washburne School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carleton W Washburne School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Carleton W Washburne School's student population of 370 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
370 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Carleton W Washburne School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carleton W Washburne School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#88 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
28%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
30%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%

Hispanic
3%
28%

Black
1%
16%

White
90%
45%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
43%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carleton W Washburne School's ranking?
Carleton W Washburne School is ranked #88 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Carleton W Washburne School often compared to?
Carleton W Washburne Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marie Murphy School, South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Carleton W Washburne School?
370 students attend Carleton W Washburne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Carleton W Washburne School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carleton W Washburne School?
Carleton W Washburne School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carleton W Washburne School offer ?
Carleton W Washburne School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Carleton W Washburne School part of?
Carleton W Washburne School is part of Winnetka SD 36 School District.
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