Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 442 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1595 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
78%
64%
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
49%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #1595 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doyleryder 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 34% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
442 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Wyandotte School District Of The City Of.
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