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#706 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 35% in state
Washington Elementary
Elementary School · OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
423 14TH ST. NE, Owatonna, MN 55060
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
484
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#706 of 1,992
In Owatonna
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Washington Elementary
Washington Elementary is a public elementary school in Owatonna, MN, part of OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Washington Elementary serves approximately 484 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #706 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Washington Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Washington Elementary — Students at Washington Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN 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: 5.2/10.
How Washington Elementary Compares
See how Washington Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
423 14TH ST. NE, Owatonna, MN 55060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARYS SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Owatonna Online K-6 (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 6.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Owatonna, see our Owatonna schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Owatonna Middle School Owatonna | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| OWATONNA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Owatonna | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| OWATONNA ECSE Owatonna | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| OWATONNA ALC 9-12 Owatonna | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Owatonna Online K-6 Owatonna | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Owatonna Online 9-12 Owatonna | 1.0 mi | 2.1 |
| Owatonna Online 7-8 Owatonna | 1.0 mi | — |
| MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| CHOICE Technical Academy Owatonna | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Owatonna | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| WILSON ELEMENTARY Owatonna | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| OWATONNA SENIOR HIGH Owatonna | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| MEDFORD SECONDARY Medford | 5.2 mi | 5.0 |
| MEDFORD ELEMENTARY Medford | 5.3 mi | 5.9 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Faribault | 12.3 mi | — |
| Falcons Online Academy-Middle Faribault | 12.3 mi | — |
| Falcons Online Academy-HS Faribault | 12.3 mi | 4.1 |
| FARIBAULT MIDDLE Faribault | 12.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MN ACADEMY FOR THE BLIND Faribault | 13.1 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,848
Median Home Value
$239,300
Median Rent
$1,018/mo
Population
29,601
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
40.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Minneapolis, MN | 6.8 |
| CEDAR ISLAND ELEMENTARY Maple Grove, MN | 6.8 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY Forest Lake, MN | 6.8 |
| DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY Eagan, MN | 6.8 |
| Laurentian Elementary Eveleth, MN | 6.8 |
| MURDOCK ELEMENTARY Murdock, MN | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Elementary
What grades does Washington Elementary serve?
Washington Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Washington Elementary?
Washington Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 484 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Elementary rank in MN?
Washington Elementary ranks #706 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Washington Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Washington Elementary a charter school?
No, Washington Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Elementary a Title I school?
No, Washington Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Elementary?
44.2% of students at Washington 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 484
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Steele County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.3%
- Phone
- (507) 444-8300
Resources & Links
District
OWATONNA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,995
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,596
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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