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Washington District-wide Elementary

Elementary School · ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

1200 11TH AVE NW, Rochester, MN 55901

Enrollment

325

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,429 of 1,992

In Rochester

#22 of 38

public schools

In district

#19 of 34

ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Washington District-wide Elementary

5.4/10

Elementary School in Rochester · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Washington District-wide Elementary

Washington District-wide Elementary is a public elementary school in Rochester, MN, part of ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Washington District-wide Elementary serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington District-wide Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,429 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Washington District-wide Elementary show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,804
Chronic Absenteeism13.2%

Washington District-wide Elementary — Students at Washington District-wide Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 82.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
62%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Washington District-wide Elementary Compares

See how Washington District-wide Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
28th percentile in MN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1200 11TH AVE NW, Rochester, MN 55901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington District-wide Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCHESTER ARTS & SCIENCES ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOLWELL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Rochester 0.1 mi 7.0
JOHN MARSHALL SENIOR HIGH Rochester 0.3 mi 5.0
HOOVER ELEMENTARY Rochester 1.0 mi 4.7
Early Childhood Assessment Rochester 1.0 mi
ECSE Community Rochester 1.0 mi
Hoover Early Learning School Rochester 1.0 mi 5.8
SUNSET TERRACE ELEMENTARY Rochester 0.9 mi 5.1
ELTON HILLS ELEMENTARY Rochester 1.1 mi 4.5
ROCHESTER CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rochester 1.2 mi 6.6
ROCHESTER ARTS & SCIENCES ACADEMY Rochester 1.2 mi 8.8
Project Search Mayo Clinic Rochester 1.3 mi
FOLWELL ELEMENTARY Rochester 1.3 mi 7.6
JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE Rochester 1.6 mi 2.9
Rochester Beacon Academy Rochester 1.6 mi 7.4
KELLOGG MIDDLE Rochester 1.3 mi 4.5
LOURDES HIGH SCHOOL Rochester 1.3 mi 8.7
ROCHESTER ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester 1.8 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ROCHESTER Rochester 1.5 mi
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Rochester 1.4 mi 8.7
RIVERSIDE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Rochester 1.6 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,430

Median Home Value

$290,000

Median Rent

$1,321/mo

Population

58,260

College Educated

49.6%

Homeownership

64.1%

Avg Commute

18.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington District-wide Elementary

What grades does Washington District-wide Elementary serve?

Washington District-wide Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Washington District-wide Elementary?

Washington District-wide Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington District-wide Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Washington District-wide Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington District-wide Elementary rank in MN?

Washington District-wide Elementary ranks #1,429 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Washington District-wide Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington District-wide Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 District-wide Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington District-wide Elementary has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Washington District-wide Elementary a charter school?

No, Washington District-wide Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Washington District-wide Elementary a Title I school?

No, Washington District-wide Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington District-wide Elementary?

16.9% of students at Washington District-wide Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Olmsted County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

District

ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
17,342
Schools in District
49
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,804
District Rank
#19 of 34

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