Washington Elementary School serves 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Minority enrollment was 70% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
331 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
67%
16%
White
30%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
331 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Washington Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Decatur School District 61.
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