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#1219 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Washington School

Elementary School · Winslow Unified District (4387)

PO BOX 580, Winslow, AZ 86047

Enrollment

250

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,219 of 2,006

In Winslow

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Winslow Unified District (4387)

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Washington School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Winslow · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Jefferson Elementary School

8.9/10

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Winslow High School

5.8/10

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About Washington School

Washington School is a public elementary school in Winslow, AZ, part of Winslow Unified District (4387). Washington School serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,219 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Washington School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Washington School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,818
Chronic Absenteeism52%

Washington School — Students at Washington School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
29%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Washington School Compares

See how Washington School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 580, Winslow, AZ 86047

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Joseph City Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Joseph City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Little Singer Community School (rated 7.8/10, 15.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winslow, see our Winslow schools guide .

Nearby Schools

14 within 35.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Jefferson Elementary School Winslow 0.4 mi 8.9
Winslow High School Winslow 0.5 mi 5.8
NAVIT - Winslow High School Snowflake 0.5 mi
Winslow Junior High School Winslow 0.5 mi 5.6
RED SANDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winslow 0.7 mi 5.7
Bonnie Brennan School Winslow 1.8 mi 6.7
Little Singer Community School Winslow 15.1 mi 7.8
Joseph City Elementary School Joseph City 21.2 mi 8.8
Joseph City High School Joseph City 21.8 mi 8.6
Joseph City Junior High School Joseph City 21.8 mi 6.6
Leupp Public School Flagstaff 25.5 mi 4.6
Leupp School Inc. Winslow 25.7 mi
Dilcon Community School Winslow 31.5 mi 4.8
Seba Dalkai Boarding School Winslow 35.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,062

Median Home Value

$113,700

Median Rent

$875/mo

Population

13,913

College Educated

8.5%

Homeownership

61.3%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

28.8%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington School

What grades does Washington School serve?

Washington School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Washington School?

Washington School has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington School?

The student-teacher ratio at Washington School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington School rank in AZ?

Washington School ranks #1,219 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Washington School's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Washington School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Washington School a charter school?

No, Washington School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Washington School a Title I school?

No, Washington School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Navajo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.0%

District

Winslow Unified District (4387)
District Enrollment
1,874
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,818
District Rank
#3 of 5

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