Below Average
#3417 of 3,813 schools in IL
George Washington Elem School
Elementary School · Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40
1550 41st St, Moline, IL 61265
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,417 of 3,813
In Moline
#6 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 14
Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40
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George Washington Elem School
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About George Washington Elem School
George Washington Elem School is a public elementary school in Moline, IL, part of Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40. George Washington Elem School serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,417 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for George Washington Elem School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at George Washington Elem 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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George Washington Elem School — Students at George Washington Elem School score 12% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.3/10.
How George Washington Elem School Compares
See how George Washington Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1550 41st St, Moline, IL 61265
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Washington Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF GRACE (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby East Moline), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wells Elem School (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby East Moline), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Neil Armstrong Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Bettendorf), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moline, see our Moline schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School Moline | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Roosevelt Elem School Moline | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Moline Sr High School Moline | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| VILLA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Moline | 0.6 mi | — |
| Benjamin Franklin Elem School Moline | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Jefferson Early Childhood Ctr Moline | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Logan Elem School Moline | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Jane Addams Elementary School Moline | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Wells Elem School East Moline | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Butterworth Elem School Moline | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Hillcrest Elem School East Moline | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Willard Elem School Moline | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Neil Armstrong Elementary School Bettendorf | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Glenview Middle School East Moline | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE East Moline | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Ridgewood Elem School East Moline | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Moline | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| RIVERMONT COLLEGIATE Bettendorf | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| John Deere Middle School Moline | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Lincoln-Irving Elem School Moline | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61265 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,910
Median Home Value
$142,300
Median Rent
$890/mo
Population
43,851
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Broadmeadow Elem School Rantoul, IL | 4.2 |
| Claremont Academy Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.2 |
| Crab Orchard Elementary School Marion, IL | 4.2 |
| Dr. C.T. Vivian Primary School Peoria, IL | 4.2 |
| Fieldcrest Primary School Minonk, IL | 4.2 |
| Galva Elem School Galva, IL | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Washington Elem School
What grades does George Washington Elem School serve?
George Washington Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend George Washington Elem School?
George Washington Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elem School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George Washington Elem School rank in IL?
George Washington Elem School ranks #3,417 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is George Washington Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
George Washington Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 George Washington Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Washington Elem School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is George Washington Elem School a charter school?
No, George Washington Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Washington Elem School a Title I school?
No, George Washington Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Washington Elem School?
84.2% of students at George Washington Elem 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 311
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Rock Island County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (309) 743-1619
Resources & Links
District
Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40- District Enrollment
- 7,254
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,998
- District Rank
- #6 of 14
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