Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Washington School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona 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% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Washington School's student population of 271 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1172 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
42%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
38%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
13%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
100%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington School's ranking?
Washington School is ranked #1172 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Washington School?
271 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Washington School students are American Indian, 38% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington School?
Washington School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington School offer ?
Washington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Washington School part of?
Washington School is part of Winslow Unified District (4387) School District.
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