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#2795 of 3,441 schools in OH

Washington Elementary School

Elementary School · Lorain City

1025 W 23rd St, Lorain, OH 44052

Enrollment

289

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,795 of 3,441

In Lorain

#14 of 25

public schools

In district

#8 of 15

Lorain City

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Washington Elementary School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Lorain · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.7/10

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About Washington Elementary School

Washington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lorain, OH, part of Lorain City. Washington Elementary School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,795 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Washington Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Washington 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-27.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,864
Chronic Absenteeism40.1%

Washington Elementary School — Students at Washington Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 36.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
14.4%
ELA
25.1%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Washington Elementary School Compares

See how Washington Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in OH
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.1%

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

1025 W 23rd St, Lorain, OH 44052

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Toni Wofford Morrison ES (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Garfield Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lorain, see our Lorain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
General Johnnie Wilson Middle School Lorain 0.1 mi 3.7
Hawthorne Elementary School Lorain 0.5 mi 5.9
Lorain High School Lorain 0.5 mi 4.6
New Beginnings Lorain 0.5 mi 5.0
ST PETER SCHOOL Lorain 0.7 mi 6.8
Horizon Science Academy Lorain Lorain 0.7 mi 6.4
Frank Jacinto Elementary Lorain 0.8 mi 4.0
Admiral King Elementary School Lorain 1.0 mi 4.0
Garfield Elementary School Lorain 0.8 mi 6.5
Lorain Bilingual Preparatory Academy Lorain 1.1 mi 5.9
Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Elementary Lorain 1.3 mi 3.4
Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Middle Lorain 1.3 mi 3.5
Lorain Preparatory High School Lorain 1.0 mi
Toni Wofford Morrison ES Lorain 1.2 mi 7.0
Durling Middle School Lorain 1.6 mi 4.8
Lorain Preparatory Academy Lorain 1.5 mi 3.1
Clearview High School Lorain 1.8 mi 5.7
Clearview Local Schools Lorain 1.8 mi 2.8
Stevan Dohanos Elementary School Lorain 1.9 mi 3.6
Longfellow Middle School Lorain 2.2 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,298

Median Home Value

$104,000

Median Rent

$840/mo

Population

28,067

College Educated

12.3%

Homeownership

52.7%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

30.4%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington Elementary School

What grades does Washington Elementary School serve?

Washington Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Washington Elementary School?

Washington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington Elementary School rank in OH?

Washington Elementary School ranks #2,795 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Washington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Washington Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Washington Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Washington Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Lorain County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.1%

District

Lorain City
District Enrollment
6,058
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,864
District Rank
#8 of 15

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