Washington Elementary School serves 124 students in grades Kindergarten.
Minority enrollment was 29% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
18%
16%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
124 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Lackawanna City School District.
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