Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-1, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 246 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)55-59%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
37%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
52%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MI state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
246 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools School District.
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