Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Center Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Center Elementary School's student population of 553 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1951
Colors
Wildcat Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Center Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Center Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1346 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
15%
14%
White
57%
62%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Center Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Center Elementary School is ranked #1346 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Washington Center Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mabel K Holland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Washington Center Elementary School?
553 students attend Washington Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Washington Center Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Center Elementary School?
Washington Center Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington Center Elementary School offer ?
Washington Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Center Elementary School part of?
Washington Center Elementary School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools.
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