Washington Primary Center serves 138 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Primary Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Washington Primary Center's student population of 138 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Home of the Shooting Stars
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Shooting Stars!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Primary Center is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
18%
5%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Primary Center?
138 students attend Washington Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Washington Primary Center students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Primary Center?
Washington Primary Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Washington Primary Center offer ?
Washington Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Washington Primary Center part of?
Washington Primary Center is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Primary Center located?
Washington Primary Center is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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