Very Good
#390 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 30% in state
Based on limited data
Washington Elementary School
Elementary School · Charles City Comm School District
1406 N Grand, Charles City, IA 50616
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#390 of 1,280
In Charles City
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Charles City Comm School District
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Washington Elementary School
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About Washington Elementary School
Washington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Charles City, IA, part of Charles City Comm School District. Washington Elementary School serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #390 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- IA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.6%
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
1406 N Grand, Charles City, IA 50616
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RRMR Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Rockford), with a very similar rating. Another option is Central Springs Elementary School - Nora Springs (rated 7.1/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Nora Springs), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Clarksville Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Clarksville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Charles City, see our Charles City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,226
Median Home Value
$135,000
Median Rent
$628/mo
Population
9,419
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
71.1%
Avg Commute
16.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bohumil Shimek Elementary School Iowa City, IA | 7.4 |
| Delwood Elementary School Delmar, IA | 7.4 |
| Edgewood-Colesburg Elementary School Edgewood, IA | 7.4 |
| Karen Acres Elementary School Urbandale, IA | 7.4 |
| SS MARY AND MATHIAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Muscatine, IA | 7.4 |
| West Union Elementary School West Union, IA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Elementary School
What grades does Washington Elementary School serve?
Washington Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School is 10.4:1. 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 IA?
Washington Elementary School ranks #390 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Washington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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?
63.6% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 250
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Floyd County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.4%
- Phone
- (641) 257-6570
Resources & Links
District
Charles City Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,473
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,568
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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