Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Washington Dual Language Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50% in IL)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Dual Language Academy's student population of 325 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Dual Language Academy is 0.37, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
77%
28%
Black
20%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
36%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Washington Dual Language Academy often compared to?
Washington Dual Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Karel Havlicek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Washington Dual Language Academy?
325 students attend Washington Dual Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Washington Dual Language Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Dual Language Academy?
Washington Dual Language Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Dual Language Academy offer ?
Washington Dual Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Washington Dual Language Academy part of?
Washington Dual Language Academy is part of Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89 School District.
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