Is Washington Elementary a good school?

Washington Elementary ranks 3084 th of 5862 California elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Washington Elementary?

In the 2023-24 school year, 319 students attended Washington Elementary.

What is the racial makeup of Washington Elementary?

Students at Washington Elementary are 38% Hispanic, 29% White, 13% African American, 13% Two or more races, 5% Asian, 2% American Indian.

What schools do graduates of Washington Elementary attend?

Students who attend Washington Elementary usually go on to attend: Middle : Miwok Middle High : C. K. McClatchy High

Washington Elementary

Summary:

Washington Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, California, serving 326 students in grades K-6. The school is part of the Sacramento City Unified School District, which is ranked 1000 out of 1568 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating.

Washington Elementary faces several challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates that have risen from 14.9% to 33.2% in recent years, significantly lower test scores in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science compared to district and state averages, and performance disparities among student subgroups. The school has a high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, which appears to be a contributing factor to its academic struggles. In contrast, nearby schools like Theodore Judah Elementary and Crocker/Riverside Elementary consistently outperform Washington Elementary across various measures.

To address these challenges, Washington Elementary may need to implement targeted interventions and support to improve student attendance, close equity and opportunity gaps, and boost academic achievement across all grade levels and subject areas. Addressing the school's high chronic absenteeism rates and the socioeconomic factors that impact student learning could be crucial steps in helping Washington Elementary improve student outcomes and provide a more equitable education for all its students.

Detail:

Public K-6

520 18th St.
Sacramento, CA 95814-1007

(916) 395-4760

District: Sacramento City Unified

SchoolDigger Rank:
3084^th of 5,862 California Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $11,341

Students who attend Washington Elementary usually attend:

Middle:	Miwok Middle
High:	C. K. McClatchy High

Student/teacher ratio: 20.1

Number of students: 319

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

37.6%

White:

28.8%

African American:

13.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 53.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Washington Elementary ranks worse than 52.6% of elementary schools in California. It also ranks 14^th among 49 ranked elementary schools in the Sacramento City Unified School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 41.71. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Student population at Washington Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: Hispanic (37.6%), White (28.8%), African American (13.5%). (See more...)

Compare Details 53.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

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Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Washington Elementary is 20.1, which is the 9^th best among 49 elementary schools in the Sacramento City Unified School District. (See more...)

Compare Washington Elementary employs 15.8 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Washington Elementary is $11,341, which is the 2^nd highest among 49 elementary schools in the Sacramento City Unified School District.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Washington Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Washington Elementary 3084^th of 5862 California public elementary schools. (See Washington Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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White students:

Sacramento City Unified:

SchoolDigger ranks Sacramento City Unified 1000^th of 1568 California school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for all students at Washington Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	CA State Percentile
2019	47.70	2722^nd	5789	53.0%
2022	32.86	3628^th	5883	38.3%
2023	38.34	3264^th	5874	44.4%
2024	41.71	3084^th	5862	47.4%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Washington Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	CA State Percentile
2018	14.67	4765^th	5084	6.3%
2019	41.07	3036^th	5173	41.3%
2022	21.38	4549^th	5264	13.6%
2023	23.68	4405^th	5374	18.0%
2024	28.87	4046^th	5511	26.6%

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Rank History for Female students at Washington Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	CA State Percentile
2018	41.33	3001^st	5413	44.6%
2019	49.80	2507^th	5492	54.4%
2022	29.10	3816^th	5635	32.3%
2023	36.27	3276^th	5617	41.7%
2024	36.81	3281^st	5605	41.5%

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Rank History for Male students at Washington Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	CA State Percentile
2018	21.50	4430^th	5431	18.4%
2019	53.78	2271^st	5510	58.8%
2022	36.95	3204^th	5663	43.4%
2023	40.67	3022^nd	5650	46.5%
2024	49.28	2503^rd	5636	55.6%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Washington Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	CA State Percentile
2018	26.28	3809^th	4830	21.1%
2019	53.67	2058^th	4963	58.5%
2022	39.04	2972^nd	5084	41.5%
2023	38.04	3060^th	5098	40.0%
2024	39.01	3040^th	5102	40.4%

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Rank History for White students at Washington Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	CA State Percentile
2022	33.41	1925^th	2726	29.4%
2023	30.12	1984^th	2662	25.5%
2024	40.78	1684^th	2647	36.4%

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Data source: test scores: California Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: California Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Washington Elementary

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2017	42	18	6	99	4	21	0	190
2018	53	30	6	109	4	24	0	226
2019	80	37	7	110	2	26	0	262
2020	97	42	11	126	1	34	0	311
2021	103	47	19	120	1	29	0	319
2022	92	39	16	132	3	33	1	316
2023	98	38	17	132	4	36	1	326
2024	92	43	17	120	5	42	0	319

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Washington Elementary

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2017	190	8.2	23.1	57.9
2018	226	10.6	21.3	65.9
2019	262	12.6	20.7	60.7
2020	311	n/a	n/a	59.2
2021	319	14.9	21.4	58.3
2022	316	14.3	22.0	49.4
2023	326	15.8	20.6	53.4
2024	319	15.8	20.1	53.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Washington Elementary

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2017	190	8.2	23.1	57.9
2018	226	10.6	21.3	65.9
2019	262	12.6	20.7	60.7
2020	311	n/a	n/a	59.2
2021	319	14.9	21.4	58.3
2022	316	14.3	22.0	49.4
2023	326	15.8	20.6	53.4
2024	319	15.8	20.1	53.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

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