Very Good
#2844 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Based on limited data
Washington Elementary
Elementary School · Mendota Unified
115 McCabe Ave., Mendota, CA 93640
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,844 of 9,539
In Mendota
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Mendota Unified
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Washington Elementary
Elementary School in Mendota · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Washington Elementary
Washington Elementary is a public elementary school in Mendota, CA, part of Mendota Unified. Washington Elementary serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,844 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Washington Elementary Compares
See how Washington Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
115 McCabe Ave., Mendota, CA 93640
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hazel M. Bailey Primary (rated 9.7/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Firebaugh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mendota Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, La Vina Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Madera), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mendota, see our Mendota schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McCabe Elementary Mendota | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Mendota Continuation High Mendota | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Mendota Community Day Mendota | 0.4 mi | — |
| Mendota Junior High Mendota | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Mendota High Mendota | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Mendota Elementary Mendota | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Firebaugh High Firebaugh | 7.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Firebaugh Community Day Firebaugh | 7.6 mi | — |
| El Puente High Firebaugh | 7.6 mi | — |
| Hazel M. Bailey Primary Firebaugh | 7.7 mi | 9.7 |
| Firebaugh Middle Firebaugh | 7.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Arthur E. Mills Intermediate Firebaugh | 8.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Tranquillity High San Joaquin | 10.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Tranquillity Elementary San Joaquin | 10.5 mi | 4.2 |
| San Joaquin Elementary San Joaquin | 14.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Cantua Elementary San Joaquin | 17.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Dairyland Elementary Chowchilla | 18.6 mi | 6.5 |
| La Vina Elementary Madera | 16.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Sun Empire Elementary Kerman | 16.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Howard Elementary Madera | 18.5 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93640 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,042
Median Home Value
$255,000
Median Rent
$841/mo
Population
14,507
College Educated
4.5%
Homeownership
45.5%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
30%
Median Age
27.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Elementary
What grades does Washington Elementary serve?
Washington Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Washington Elementary?
Washington Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Elementary rank in CA?
Washington Elementary ranks #2,844 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Washington Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Washington Elementary a charter school?
No, Washington Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Elementary a Title I school?
No, Washington Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Elementary?
98.3% of students at 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Fresno County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.0%
- Phone
- (559) 655-4365
Resources & Links
District
Mendota Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,949
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,730
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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