Very Good
#513 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 23% in state
Washington Elem.
Elementary School · SEDALIA 200
610 S ENGINEER, Sedalia, MO 65301
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#513 of 2,221
In Sedalia
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
SEDALIA 200
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Washington Elem.
Elementary School in Sedalia · grades Kindergarten – 4th. 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 Sedalia, MO, part of SEDALIA 200. Washington Elem. serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #513 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Washington Elem. show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Washington Elem. sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Washington Elem. — Students at Washington Elem. score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 7.1/10.
How Washington Elem. Compares
See how Washington Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
610 S ENGINEER, Sedalia, MO 65301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARKVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HORACE MANN ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LA MONTE ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby La Monte), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sedalia, see our Sedalia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sedalia | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| SMITH COTTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHL Sedalia | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| PARKVIEW ELEM. Sedalia | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sedalia | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Sedalia | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| HEBER HUNT ELEM. Sedalia | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| SKYLINE ELEM. Sedalia | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| E W Thompson Sedalia | 2.8 mi | — |
| SMITH-COTTON HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| APPLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sedalia | 4.9 mi | 6.5 |
| SMITHTON ELEM. Smithton | 6.8 mi | 7.3 |
| SMITHTON HIGH Smithton | 6.8 mi | 7.0 |
| PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia | 7.3 mi | 6.9 |
| NORTHWEST HIGH Hughesville | 10.5 mi | 8.2 |
| OTTERVILLE ELEM. Otterville | 11.4 mi | 4.3 |
| OTTERVILLE HIGH Otterville | 11.4 mi | 5.7 |
| LA MONTE HIGH La Monte | 12.0 mi | 7.2 |
| LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte | 12.0 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,906
Median Home Value
$159,700
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
35,347
College Educated
18.8%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLOOMFIELD ELEM. Bloomfield, MO | 7.6 |
| CALEDONIA ELEM. Caledonia, MO | 7.6 |
| DEWEY ELEMENTARY Chillicothe, MO | 7.6 |
| FIELD ELEM. Chillicothe, MO | 7.6 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. Lee'S Summit, MO | 7.6 |
| OZARK TIGERPAW EARLY CHILD CTR Ozark, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Elem.
What grades does Washington Elem. serve?
Washington Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Washington Elem.?
Washington Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elem. is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Elem. rank in MO?
Washington Elem. ranks #513 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Washington Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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.?
89.5% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 209
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pettis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.9%
- Phone
- (660) 826-2216
Resources & Links
District
SEDALIA 200- District Enrollment
- 5,069
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,620
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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