Serving 213 students in grades 4-6, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 213 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#244 out of 461 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
213 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Valley City 2 School District.
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