Washington Elementary School serves 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
7%
7%
White
75%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
375 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
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 Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Charles City Comm School District.
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