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Washington Elem School
Elementary School · Pana CUSD 8
200 Sherman St, Pana, IL 62557
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IL statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,933 of 3,813
In Pana
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Pana CUSD 8
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Washington Elem School
Elementary School in Pana · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Washington Elem School
Washington Elem School is a public elementary school in Pana, IL, part of Pana CUSD 8. Washington Elem School serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,933 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
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 Elem School Compares
See how Washington Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 Sherman St, Pana, IL 62557
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bond Primary (rated 9.4/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Assumption), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Nokomis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ramsey Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Ramsey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pana, see our Pana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PANA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pana | 0.4 mi | — |
| Pana Jr High School Pana | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Pana Sr High School Pana | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Elem School Pana | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| FAITH BIBLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rosamond | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| KEMMERER VILLAGE SCHOOL Assumption | 6.9 mi | — |
| Central A & M Middle School Assumption | 9.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Bond Primary Assumption | 9.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Cowden-Herrick Grade School Herrick | 12.8 mi | 8.2 |
| MID-AMERICA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Herrick | 13.0 mi | 4.9 |
| ST LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nokomis | 11.6 mi | 5.1 |
| North Elem School Nokomis | 12.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Nokomis Jr/Sr High Sch Nokomis | 12.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Ramsey Elem School Ramsey | 17.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Ramsey High School Ramsey | 17.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Gregory Intermediate Moweaqua | 17.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Central A & M High School Moweaqua | 17.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Memorial Elem School Taylorville | 15.3 mi | 4.6 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Taylorville | 15.3 mi | 4.9 |
| MENTA ACADEMY CORNERSTONE-TAYLORVILLE Taylorville | 15.4 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62557 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,769
Median Home Value
$93,600
Median Rent
$684/mo
Population
6,859
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
46.9
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| Asian Human Srvcs-Passage Chrtr Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
| Barnard Elem Comp Math & Sci Ctr Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
| Brownstown Elem School Brownstown, IL | 5.0 |
| Costello School Lyons, IL | 5.0 |
| Curtis Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.0 |
| Edward J Tobin Elem School Burbank, IL | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Elem School
What grades does Washington Elem School serve?
Washington Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Washington Elem School?
Washington Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elem School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Elem School rank in IL?
Washington Elem School ranks #2,933 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Washington Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Washington Elem School a charter school?
No, Washington Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Elem School a Title I school?
No, Washington Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Elem School?
69.2% of students at 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Christian County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.7%
- Phone
- (217) 562-7543
Resources & Links
District
Pana CUSD 8- District Enrollment
- 1,151
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,416
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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