Below Average
#1976 of 2,221 schools in MO
Washington Elem.
Elementary School · NORMANDY SCHOOLS COLLABORATIVE
1730 N HANLEY RD, St. Louis, MO 63114
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
4.2
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,976 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#146 of 193
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
NORMANDY SCHOOLS COLLABORATIVE
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Washington Elem.
Elementary School in St. Louis · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Washington Elem.
Washington Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Louis, MO, part of NORMANDY SCHOOLS COLLABORATIVE. Washington Elem. serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 23.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
Washington Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,976 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Washington Elem. show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Washington Elem. runs 23.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
42% of students at Washington Elem. 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 Elem. — Students at Washington Elem. score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2023-24)
Based on 29 test records from MO 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: 5.4/10.
How Washington Elem. Compares
See how Washington Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1730 N HANLEY RD, St. Louis, MO 63114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FLYNN PARK ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby University City), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE LEADERSHIP SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Pagedale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AGAPE ACADEMY & CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER St. Louis | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| THE LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Pagedale | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ECH SCHOOL AT EVERY CHILDS HOPE St. Louis | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| UNIVERSITY CITY SR. HIGH University City | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| BARBARA JORDAN ELEM. University City | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| JACKSON PARK ELEM. University City | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY St. Louis | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| THE FREEDOM SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| BRITTANY WOODS University City | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| PERSHING ELEM. University City | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| ESTHER MILLER BAIS YAAKOV St. Louis | 1.7 mi | — |
| BEL-NOR St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| TORAH PREP SCHOOL - BOYS DIVISION St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| RITENOUR MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| NORMANDY EARLY LEARNING CENTER St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| WYLAND ELEM. St. Louis | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| NORMANDY HIGH St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| FLYNN PARK ELEM. University City | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,048
Median Home Value
$109,700
Median Rent
$1,082/mo
Population
33,703
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHOUTEAU ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 4.2 |
| CLER-MONT ELEM. Independence, MO | 4.2 |
| HOGAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY ELEM Kansas City, MO | 4.2 |
| IRVING ELEMENTARY Joplin, MO | 4.2 |
| JURY ELEM. Florissant, MO | 4.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEM. Lincoln, MO | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Elem.
What grades does Washington Elem. serve?
Washington Elem. serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Washington Elem.?
Washington Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elem. is 23.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Elem. rank in MO?
Washington Elem. ranks #1,976 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Washington Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Elem. 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 Washington Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Elem. has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Washington Elem. a charter school?
No, Washington Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Elem. a Title I school?
No, Washington Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Elem.?
100.0% of students at Washington Elem. 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
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.9%
- Phone
- (314) 493-0810
Resources & Links
District
NORMANDY SCHOOLS COLLABORATIVE- District Enrollment
- 2,883
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,176
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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