Excellent
#73 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 3% in state
Washington Elementary
Elementary School · Beaver Dam Unified School District
600 Grove St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#73 of 2,105
In Beaver Dam
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Beaver Dam Unified School District
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Washington Elementary
Elementary School in Beaver Dam · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Washington Elementary
Washington Elementary is a public elementary school in Beaver Dam, WI, part of Beaver Dam Unified School District. Washington Elementary serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #73 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Washington Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Washington Elementary — Students at Washington Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Washington Elementary Compares
See how Washington Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 Grove St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairie View Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wilson Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Beaver Dam, see our Beaver Dam schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Dam Middle Beaver Dam | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Wilson Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| ST STEPHENS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| WAYLAND ACADEMY Beaver Dam | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| BDUSD4Kids Beaver Dam | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Beaver Dam High Beaver Dam | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary Beaver Dam | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Prairie View Elementary Beaver Dam | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| School for Agricultural and Environmental Studies Fox Lake | 7.4 mi | 8.4 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fox Lake | 7.6 mi | — |
| Dodgeland High Juneau | 7.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Dodgeland Elementary Juneau | 7.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Dodgeland Middle Juneau | 7.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Juneau | 8.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Randolph Elementary Randolph | 9.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Randolph High Randolph | 9.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Randolph Middle School Randolph | 9.5 mi | 7.5 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Randolph | 9.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53916 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,704
Median Home Value
$212,200
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
22,956
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
63.7%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amery Intermediate Amery, WI | 9.0 |
| Crestwood Elementary Madison, WI | 9.0 |
| Drummond Elementary Drummond, WI | 9.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary Port Washington, WI | 9.0 |
| Reek Elementary Lake Geneva, WI | 9.0 |
| E W Luther Elementary South Milwaukee, WI | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Elementary
What grades does Washington Elementary serve?
Washington Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Washington Elementary?
Washington Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Elementary rank in WI?
Washington Elementary ranks #73 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Washington Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Washington Elementary a charter school?
No, Washington Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Elementary a Title I school?
No, Washington Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Elementary?
48.2% of students at Washington Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 228
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Dodge County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.6%
- Phone
- (920) 885-7376
Resources & Links
District
Beaver Dam Unified School District- District Enrollment
- 3,061
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,819
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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