Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#198 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
45%
4%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
23%
25%
White
21%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #198 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fuller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
524 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Washington Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Elementary School located?
Washington Elementary School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 12 other public schools located in Downtown.
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