Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 75%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 223 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
223 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Booker T. Washington, where we are readers and readers are leaders!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)50-54%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)55-59%
75%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
37%
54%
Black
57%
13%
White
3%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Port Arthur Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Acres Elementary School, Houston Elementary School, Tekoa Academy Of Accelerated Studies - Orange by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 75% TX state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
223 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Washington Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Port Arthur Independent School District.
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