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#1033 of 1,815 schools in CO
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Washington Elementary School
Elementary School · Lamar School District No. Re-2
510 SOUTH 9TH STREET, Lamar, CO 81052
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,033 of 1,815
In Lamar
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Lamar School District No. Re-2
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Washington Elementary School
Elementary School in Lamar · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Washington Elementary School
Washington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lamar, CO, part of Lamar School District No. Re-2. Washington Elementary School serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,033 of 1,815 schools in CO. Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Washington Elementary 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
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 School Compares
See how Washington Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
510 SOUTH 9TH STREET, Lamar, CO 81052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McClave Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Mc Clave), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eads Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 28.9 miles away, in nearby Eads), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wiley Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Wiley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lamar, see our Lamar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 34.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lamar Middle School Lamar | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Parkview Elementary School Lamar | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Melvin Hendrickson Development Center Lamar | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Lamar High School Lamar | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Alta Vista Charter School Lamar | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Wiley Elementary School Wiley | 7.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Wiley Junior-Senior High School Wiley | 7.2 mi | 6.5 |
| McClave Elementary School Mc Clave | 12.7 mi | 9.3 |
| McClave Undivided High School Mc Clave | 12.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Granada Elementary School Granada | 17.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Granada Undivided High School Granada | 17.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Eads Elementary School Eads | 28.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Eads Middle School Eads | 28.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Eads High School Eads | 28.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Plainview Elementary School Sheridan Lake | 34.6 mi | — |
| Plainview Junior-Senior High School Sheridan Lake | 34.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,729
Median Home Value
$150,400
Median Rent
$841/mo
Population
9,010
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
14.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Edison Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 5.9 |
| Field Elementary School Littleton, CO | 5.9 |
| Johnson Elementary School Denver, CO | 5.9 |
| KIPP Sunshine Peak Elementary Denver, CO | 5.9 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Collins, CO | 5.9 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monument, CO | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Elementary School
What grades does Washington Elementary School serve?
Washington Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Elementary School rank in CO?
Washington Elementary School ranks #1,033 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Washington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 School a charter school?
No, Washington Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Washington Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Elementary School?
90.3% of students at Washington Elementary School 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 257
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Prowers County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (719) 336-7764
Resources & Links
District
Lamar School District No. Re-2- District Enrollment
- 1,463
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,990
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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