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#7096 of 9,539 schools in CA
Booker T. Washington Elementary
Elementary School · El Centro Elementary
223 South First St., EL Centro, CA 92243
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,096 of 9,539
In EL Centro
#15 of 21
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
El Centro Elementary
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Booker T. Washington Elementary
Elementary School in EL Centro · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Booker T. Washington Elementary
Booker T. Washington Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Centro, CA, part of El Centro Elementary. Booker T.
Washington Elementary serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T. Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,096 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Booker T. Washington Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Booker T. Washington Elementary runs 22.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
37% of students at Booker T. Washington Elementary 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
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Booker T. Washington Elementary — Students at Booker T. Washington Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Booker T. Washington Elementary Compares
See how Booker T. Washington Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
223 South First St., EL Centro, CA 92243
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Booker T. Washington Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harding Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Centro, see our EL Centro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Academy El Centro | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Desert Oasis High (Continuation) El Centro | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Phoenix Rising High El Centro | 0.8 mi | — |
| Harding Elementary El Centro | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Kennedy Middle El Centro | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Mt. Signal Virtual Academy El Centro | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Desert Garden Elementary El Centro | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| McKinley Elementary El Centro | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Central Union High El Centro | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary El Centro | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Christian Home Academy El Centro | 1.5 mi | — |
| Wilson Jr. High El Centro | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Margaret Hedrick Elementary El Centro | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| ST MARY S SCHOOL El Centro | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| De Anza Magnet El Centro | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| St. Marys School El Centro | 2.0 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary El Centro | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Imperial Valley Home School Academy El Centro | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Sunflower Elementary El Centro | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,890
Median Home Value
$286,100
Median Rent
$992/mo
Population
48,556
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
31.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Booker T. Washington Elementary
What grades does Booker T. Washington Elementary serve?
Booker T. Washington Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Booker T. Washington Elementary?
Booker T. Washington Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington Elementary is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Booker T. Washington Elementary rank in CA?
Booker T. Washington Elementary ranks #7,096 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Booker T. Washington Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Booker T. Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Booker T. Washington Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T. Washington Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Booker T. Washington Elementary a charter school?
No, Booker T. Washington Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Booker T. Washington Elementary a Title I school?
No, Booker T. Washington Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T. Washington Elementary?
92.4% of students at Booker T. Washington Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 356
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Imperial County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.1%
- Phone
- (760) 352-6611
Resources & Links
District
El Centro Elementary- District Enrollment
- 5,182
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,901
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
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