Average
#1074 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 48% in state
Washington Elementary School
Elementary School · Centralia School District
800 Field Street, Centralia, WA 98531
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,074 of 2,228
In Centralia
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
Centralia School District
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Washington Elementary School
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About Washington Elementary School
Washington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Centralia, WA, part of Centralia School District. Washington Elementary School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,074 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Washington Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
37% 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
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Washington Elementary School — Students at Washington Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.
How Washington Elementary School Compares
See how Washington Elementary School 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
800 Field Street, Centralia, WA 98531
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. James W Lintott Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Chehalis), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rochester Primary School (rated 6.6/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Rochester), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Chehalis), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Centralia, see our Centralia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lincoln Elementary Centralia | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| CENTRALIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Centralia | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Edison Elementary Centralia | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Futurus High School Centralia | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Centralia School District SpEd Pre-school Centralia | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Centralia Middle School Centralia | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Oakview Elementary School Centralia | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Fords Prairie Elementary Centralia | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Lewis County Jail Chehalis | 3.4 mi | — |
| Centralia High School Centralia | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Chehalis | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| W F West High School Chehalis | 4.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Green Hill Academic School Chehalis | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Lewis County Alternative School Chehalis | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Lewis County Juvenile Detention Chehalis | 4.1 mi | — |
| Chehalis Middle School Chehalis | 4.6 mi | 5.4 |
| James W Lintott Elementary School Chehalis | 4.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Orin C Smith Elementary School Chehalis | 4.7 mi | 4.8 |
| LEWIS COUNTY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Chehalis | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Rochester Primary School Rochester | 7.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98531 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,963
Median Home Value
$285,700
Median Rent
$1,068/mo
Population
27,356
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
38.4
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| Carl Cozier Elementary School Bellingham, WA | 6.4 |
| Friday Harbor Elementary School Friday Harbor, WA | 6.4 |
| Garfield Elementary School Toppenish, WA | 6.4 |
| HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL Kirkland, WA | 6.4 |
| Mt View Elementary Edgewood, WA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Elementary School
What grades does Washington Elementary School serve?
Washington Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School is 15.1:1. 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 WA?
Washington Elementary School ranks #1,074 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Washington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Elementary School?
80.4% of students at Washington 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lewis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (360) 330-7641
Resources & Links
District
Centralia School District- District Enrollment
- 3,374
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,631
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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