Washington Elementary School serves 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 206 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.48, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
7%
7%
White
70%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
206 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Charles City Comm School District.
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