Serving 372 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 372 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1817 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
64%
16%
White
15%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #1817 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden Hills Elementary 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 28% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
372 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Washington Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% 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 Illinois state average of 13:1.
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 Champaign CUSD 4 School District.
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