Serving 192 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 192 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
16:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
30%
8%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
18%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% OK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% OK state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
192 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Washington Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Lawton School District.
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