Very Good
#1430 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 30% in state
Washington West Elementary School
Elementary School · OLEAN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
1626 WASHINGTON ST, Olean, NY 14760
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,430 of 4,742
In Olean
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
OLEAN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Washington West Elementary School
Washington West Elementary School is a public elementary school in Olean, NY, part of OLEAN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Washington West Elementary School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington West Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,430 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Washington West Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Washington West 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 West Elementary School — Students at Washington West Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from NY 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: 8.1/10.
How Washington West Elementary School Compares
See how Washington West Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1626 WASHINGTON ST, Olean, NY 14760
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington West Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CUBA-RUSHFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Cuba), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Otto-Eldred El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Eldred), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PORTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Portville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Olean, see our Olean schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHERN TIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Olean | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ARCHBISHOP WALSH HIGH SCHOOL Olean | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| OLEAN INTERMEDIATE-MIDDLE SCHOOL Olean | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| OLEAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Olean | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| EAST VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allegany | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| CATTARAUGUS-ALLEGANY-ERIE-WYOMING BOCES Olean | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Allegany | 4.5 mi | 6.2 |
| HINSDALE CENTRAL SCHOOL Hinsdale | 6.3 mi | 8.2 |
| PORTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portville | 6.9 mi | 7.4 |
| PORTVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Portville | 6.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Otto-Eldred El Sch Eldred | 9.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Otto-Eldred JSHS Duke Center | 10.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Floyd C Fretz MS Bradford | 11.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CUBA-RUSHFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cuba | 12.9 mi | 8.0 |
| George Blaisdell El Sch Bradford | 12.4 mi | 6.9 |
| THE LEARNING CENTER Bradford | 13.1 mi | 4.4 |
| BRADFORD AREA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradford | 13.4 mi | 5.7 |
| CHESTNUT STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradford | 13.5 mi | 5.6 |
| CUBA-RUSHFORD HIGH SCHOOL Cuba | 14.2 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,569
Median Home Value
$99,400
Median Rent
$777/mo
Population
17,272
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
16.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
42.3
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|---|---|
| AFRICAN ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vestal, NY | 7.3 |
| ALDEN PRIMARY AT TOWNLINE Alden, NY | 7.3 |
| BARKAI FOUNDATION INC. Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| CAROLINE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY | 7.3 |
| DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington West Elementary School
What grades does Washington West Elementary School serve?
Washington West Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Washington West Elementary School?
Washington West Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington West Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington West Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington West Elementary School rank in NY?
Washington West Elementary School ranks #1,430 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Washington West Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington West Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 West Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington West Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Washington West Elementary School a charter school?
No, Washington West Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington West Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Washington West Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington West Elementary School?
54.9% of students at Washington West 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Cattaraugus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.1%
- Phone
- (716) 375-8962
Resources & Links
District
OLEAN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,929
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,161
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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