Washington Elementary

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Washington Elementary is a public elementary school located in Waterford, Wisconsin, serving grades PK-8 with a total enrollment of 194 students. The school is part of the Washington-Caldwell School District, which is ranked 141 out of 428 districts in Wisconsin and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Washington Elementary has shown strong academic performance, with several grades consistently scoring above the state average in the Forward Exam for English Language Arts and Mathematics. In the 2023-2024 school year, 8th-grade students at Washington Elementary outperformed the state average in ELA (75% proficient or better vs. 50.36%) and Science (70% proficient or better vs. 49.62%). The school's performance in Social Studies is also noteworthy, with 4th and 8th-grade students scoring significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, Washington Elementary has maintained a 0.0% dropout rate for the past 5 school years, which is significantly lower than the state average.

While Washington Elementary's academic performance is generally on par with or exceeds that of nearby schools, such as Woodfield Elementary and Trailside Elementary, the school has shown some disparities in the performance of different student subgroups. While male students have consistently performed well, the school's ranking for female students has fluctuated more, dropping to 2 stars out of 5 in the 2023-2024 school year. The school's performance for white students has also been relatively lower compared to the overall school rankings.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-8

 8937 Big Bend Rd
       Waterford, WI  53185-1263


(262) 662-3466

District: Washington-Caldwell School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
332nd of 1,061 Wisconsin Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $14,381 Help


Students who attend Washington Elementary usually attend:

High:    Waterford High

Student/teacher ratio:  12.6 Help
Number of students:  194

Racial breakdown:

White:
90.7%
Two or more races:
4.1%
Hispanic:
2.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  14.4% Help


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Compare Details Washington Elementary ranks better than 68.7% of elementary schools in Wisconsin. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 69.32. (See more...)
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Compare Details Washington Elementary ranks better than 65.1% of middle schools in Wisconsin. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 64.67. (See more...)
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
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Chronic absenteeism in a high 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
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (90.7%), two or more races (4.1%), Hispanic (2.6%). (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Washington Elementary is 12.6. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Washington Elementary is $14,381.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Washington Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Washington Elementary 332nd of 1061 Wisconsin public elementary schools. (See Washington Elementary in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Washington Elementary 224th of 641 Wisconsin public middle schools. (See Washington Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Washington-Caldwell School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Washington-Caldwell School District 141st of 428 Wisconsin school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Washington Elementary

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Washington Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 60.89 303rd 633 52.1%
2006 85.07 47th 712 93.4%
2008 73.54 211th 1021 79.3%
2009 81.26 76th 1030 92.6%
2010 75.97 167th 1045 84.0%
2011 58.88 500th 1046 52.2%
2012 76.26 136th 1045 87.0%
2013 70.10 243rd 1053 76.9%
2014 84.12 81st 1061 92.4%
2015 77.39 158th 1076 85.3%
2016 82.17 134th 1075 87.5%
2017 77.60 178th 1071 83.4%
2018 56.20 479th 1025 53.3%
2019 56.46 482nd 1037 53.5%
2021 56.37 490th 1050 53.3%
2022 80.54 151st 1067 85.8%
2023 70.21 292nd 1067 72.6%
2024 69.32 332nd 1061 68.7%
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Rank History for elementary school Female students at Washington Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 56.17 466th 997 53.3%
2019 50.31 559th 1002 44.2%
2021 66.49 311th 1004 69.0%
2022 82.93 104th 1017 89.8%
2023 71.95 248th 1010 75.4%
2024 56.16 509th 1011 49.7%
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Rank History for elementary school Male students at Washington Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 58.41 422nd 997 57.7%
2019 52.23 512th 1002 48.9%
2021 48.01 591st 1003 41.1%
2022 74.45 213th 1017 79.1%
2023 72.50 245th 1011 75.8%
2024 74.01 233rd 1012 77.0%
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Rank History for elementary school White students at Washington Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 43.33 440th 718 38.7%
2021 41.49 437th 699 37.5%
2024 56.75 319th 727 56.1%
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Data source: test scores: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Washington Elementary

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Rank History for all middle school students at Washington Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 58.73 181st 324 44.1%
2008 63.55 193rd 519 62.8%
2009 74.41 80th 521 84.6%
2010 84.66 14th 539 97.4%
2011 84.40 9th 549 98.4%
2012 77.77 54th 559 90.3%
2013 84.29 37th 569 93.5%
2014 87.56 20th 585 96.6%
2015 89.44 11th 612 98.2%
2016 89.33 29th 609 95.2%
2017 93.61 14th 612 97.7%
2018 80.66 67th 579 88.4%
2019 86.14 42nd 594 92.9%
2021 86.21 45th 613 92.7%
2022 80.36 88th 617 85.7%
2023 78.16 96th 640 85.0%
2024 64.67 224th 641 65.1%
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Rank History for middle school Female students at Washington Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 80.49 58th 551 89.5%
2019 86.30 30th 557 94.6%
2022 73.06 113th 576 80.4%
2024 71.15 154th 580 73.4%
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Rank History for middle school Male students at Washington Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 75.32 85th 551 84.6%
2019 94.35 9th 557 98.4%
2022 78.42 82nd 577 85.8%
2024 73.60 126th 585 78.5%
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Data source: test scores: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, 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.

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Data source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Washington Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 108 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0 108
1990 97 0 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 98
1991 115 0 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 116
1992 118 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 118
1993 125 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 127
1994 124 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 124
1995 198 0 0 3 2 n/a n/a 0 203
1996 198 0 0 3 2 n/a n/a 0 203
1997 205 0 3 4 0 n/a n/a 0 212
1998 218 0 1 4 0 n/a n/a 0 223
1999 213 0 1 4 0 n/a n/a 0 218
2000 218 2 0 2 1 n/a n/a 0 223
2001 221 0 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 224
2002 215 0 0 2 1 n/a n/a 0 218
2003 215 0 0 2 1 n/a n/a 0 218
2004 206 0 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 209
2005 226 0 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 227
2006 217 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 219
2007 204 1 0 2 1 n/a n/a 0 208
2008 204 0 0 5 1 n/a n/a 0 210
2009 206 0 1 6 1 n/a n/a 0 214
2010 189 1 1 7 1 n/a n/a 0 199
2011 198 1 0 5 1 2 0 0 207
2012 200 1 1 6 1 2 0 0 211
2013 179 1 0 7 1 2 0 0 190
2014 173 2 1 6 1 2 1 0 186
2015 167 2 0 4 2 2 0 0 177
2016 159 2 2 5 2 2 2 0 174
2017 152 1 3 8 0 0 5 0 169
2018 163 2 2 7 0 0 6 0 180
2019 161 2 2 9 1 0 5 0 180
2020 162 3 2 13 0 0 7 0 187
2021 155 2 1 8 0 0 7 0 173
2022 173 2 0 6 2 0 8 0 191
2023 176 3 0 5 2 0 8 0 194

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
1989 108 5.3 20.3 0
1990 98 6.4 15.3 0
1991 116 6.4 18.1 0
1992 118 8.1 14.5 n/a
1993 127 8.8 14.4 0
1994 124 8.6 14.4 0
1995 203 13.9 14.6 n/a
1996 203 13.9 14.6 n/a
1997 212 15.8 13.4 n/a
1998 223 14.1 15.8 n/a
1999 218 12.9 16.9 n/a
2000 223 13.9 16.0 n/a
2001 224 15.1 14.8 n/a
2002 218 15.4 14.2 0
2003 218 15.4 14.2 0
2004 209 14.4 14.5 2.4
2005 227 15.5 14.6 n/a
2006 219 15.5 14.1 n/a
2007 208 16.2 12.8 9.1
2008 210 16.2 13.0 6.7
2009 214 16.2 13.2 9.8
2010 199 16.6 11.9 8.5
2011 207 16.0 12.8 15
2012 211 14.5 14.5 10.9
2013 190 14.6 12.9 12.1
2014 186 15.1 12.2 12.9
2015 177 n/a n/a 11.3
2016 174 14.0 12.4 10.9
2017 169 12.4 13.6 13.6
2018 180 11.0 16.3 12.8
2019 180 13.2 13.6 15.6
2020 187 13.3 14.0 19.8
2021 173 13.3 12.9 15.6
2022 191 13.5 14.1 12
2023 194 15.3 12.6 14.4

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
1989 108 5.3 20.3 0
1990 98 6.4 15.3 0
1991 116 6.4 18.1 0
1992 118 8.1 14.5 n/a
1993 127 8.8 14.4 0
1994 124 8.6 14.4 0
1995 203 13.9 14.6 n/a
1996 203 13.9 14.6 n/a
1997 212 15.8 13.4 n/a
1998 223 14.1 15.8 n/a
1999 218 12.9 16.9 n/a
2000 223 13.9 16.0 n/a
2001 224 15.1 14.8 n/a
2002 218 15.4 14.2 0
2003 218 15.4 14.2 0
2004 209 14.4 14.5 2.4
2005 227 15.5 14.6 n/a
2006 219 15.5 14.1 n/a
2007 208 16.2 12.8 9.1
2008 210 16.2 13.0 6.7
2009 214 16.2 13.2 9.8
2010 199 16.6 11.9 8.5
2011 207 16.0 12.8 15
2012 211 14.5 14.5 10.9
2013 190 14.6 12.9 12.1
2014 186 15.1 12.2 12.9
2015 177 n/a n/a 11.3
2016 174 14.0 12.4 10.9
2017 169 12.4 13.6 13.6
2018 180 11.0 16.3 12.8
2019 180 13.2 13.6 15.6
2020 187 13.3 14.0 19.8
2021 173 13.3 12.9 15.6
2022 191 13.5 14.1 12
2023 194 15.3 12.6 14.4

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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Per Pupil Expenditures for Washington Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $400 (2.5%) $15,651 (97.5%) $16,052
2020 $335 (2.6%) $12,323 (97.4%) $12,658
2021 $1,206 (8.4%) $13,175 (91.6%) $14,381

Data source: Wisconsin Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Washington Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 482nd of 1037 Elementary schoolsRanks 292nd of 1067 Elementary schools
 19.1%
Ranks 42nd of 594 Middle schoolsRanks 96th of 640 Middle schools
 7.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Washington Elementary)41.230.4
 10.8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Washington-Caldwell School District)41.230.4
 10.8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)39.537.9
 1.6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Washington Elementary)52.960.9
 7.9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Washington-Caldwell School District)52.960.9
 7.9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)50.548.8
 1.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Washington Elementary)5063.6
 13.6%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Washington-Caldwell School District)5063.6
 13.6%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)43.945.8
 1.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Washington Elementary)35.759.1
 23.4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Washington-Caldwell School District)35.759.1
 23.4%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)46.246.5
 0.2%
4th Grade Social Studies (Washington Elementary)71.481.8
 10.4%
   4th Grade Social Studies (Washington-Caldwell School District)71.481.8
 10.4%
   4th Grade Social Studies (Wisconsin)53.459.7
 6.4%
4th Grade Science (Washington Elementary)57.177.3
 20.1%
   4th Grade Science (Washington-Caldwell School District)57.177.3
 20.1%
   4th Grade Science (Wisconsin)53.952.1
 1.8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Washington Elementary)29.447.4
 18%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Washington-Caldwell School District)29.447.4
 18%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)40.939.2
 1.7%
5th Grade Mathematics (Washington Elementary)41.268.4
 27.2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Washington-Caldwell School District)41.268.4
 27.2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)47.848.4
 0.5%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Washington Elementary)7038.5
 31.5%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Washington-Caldwell School District)7038.5
 31.5%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)41.740.6
 1.1%
6th Grade Mathematics (Washington Elementary)7030.8
 39.2%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Washington-Caldwell School District)7030.8
 39.2%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)43.542.6
 0.9%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Washington Elementary)42.968.4
 25.6%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Washington-Caldwell School District)42.968.4
 25.6%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)45.541.1
 4.4%
7th Grade Mathematics (Washington Elementary)5047.4
 2.6%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Washington-Caldwell School District)5047.4
 2.6%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)39.735.7
 4%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Washington Elementary)6590
 25%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Washington-Caldwell School District)6590
 25%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)37.337.8
 0.5%
8th Grade Mathematics (Washington Elementary)6550
 15%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Washington-Caldwell School District)6550
 15%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)36.531.8
 4.7%
8th Grade Social Studies (Washington Elementary)8090
 10%
   8th Grade Social Studies (Washington-Caldwell School District)8090
 10%
   8th Grade Social Studies (Wisconsin)52.159.2
 7.1%
8th Grade Science (Washington Elementary)8090
 10%
   8th Grade Science (Washington-Caldwell School District)8090
 10%
   8th Grade Science (Wisconsin)54.649.4
 5.3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students180194
 7.8%
African American23
 50%
American Indian12
 100%
Asian20
 100%
Hispanic95
 44.4%
Pacific Islander00
White161176
 9.3%
Two or More Races58
 60%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients15.6%14.4%
 1.1%


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Students at Washington Elementary are 91% White, 4% Two or more races, 3% Hispanic, 2% African American, 1% American Indian.

Students who attend Washington Elementary usually go on to attend:

High : Waterford High

Washington Elementary ranks 332nd of 1061 Wisconsin elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 194 students attended Washington Elementary.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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