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#1873 of 3,192 schools in MI
Washington Elementary School
Elementary School · Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools
1200 RYAN AVE, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,873 of 3,192
In Sault Sainte Marie
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Washington Elementary School
Elementary School in Sault Sainte Marie · grades Kindergarten – 1st. 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 Sault Sainte Marie, MI, part of Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools. Washington Elementary School serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,873 of 3,192 schools in MI. Structured state assessment records for Washington Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
48% 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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Washington Elementary School — Students at Washington Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 18 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Washington Elementary School Compares
See how Washington Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1200 RYAN AVE, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln School (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Superior Academy (rated 6.6/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Sault S. Marie), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sault Sainte Marie, see our Sault Sainte Marie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
19 within 40.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EUPISD Project Search Sault S. Marie | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sault Area Middle School Sault Sainte Marie | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln School Sault Sainte Marie | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Sault Sainte Marie | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Sault Area High School Sault Sainte Marie | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Joseph K Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe Academy Sault Sainte Marie | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Joseph K. Lumsden Bahweting Anishnabe School Sault Ste. Marie | 1.4 mi | — |
| Malcolm High School Sault S. Marie | 4.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Lake Superior Academy Sault S. Marie | 8.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Brimley Area School Brimley | 11.8 mi | 8.0 |
| EUPISD Learning Center Kincheloe | 15.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Ojibwe Charter School Brimley | 11.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Consolidated Community School Services Kincheloe | 16.6 mi | 7.2 |
| RUDYARD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rudyard | 19.2 mi | — |
| Pickford Public Schools Pickford | 23.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Rudyard Area Schools Rudyard | 21.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Cedarville School Cedarville | 33.9 mi | 8.9 |
| DeTour Arts and Technology Academy De Tour Village | 40.7 mi | 6.1 |
| DeTour High School Detour Village | 40.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49783 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,847
Median Home Value
$146,400
Median Rent
$782/mo
Population
18,778
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
16.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
38.4
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| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Southgate, MI | 6.0 |
| Carrie Knause Early Childhood Learning Center Saint Louis, MI | 6.0 |
| Greater Heights Academy Flint, MI | 6.0 |
| JPS Montessori Center Jackson, MI | 6.0 |
| Kenwood Elementary School Clawson, MI | 6.0 |
| Luce Road Elementary School Alma, MI | 6.0 |
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 1st.
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School is 17.5:1. 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 MI?
Washington Elementary School ranks #1,873 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Washington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Washington Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
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?
62.6% 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
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 227
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Chippewa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.6%
- Phone
- (906) 635-6629
Resources & Links
District
Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,915
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,349
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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