Serving 401 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 401 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
401 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1314 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Berkeley Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #1314 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
401 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Berkeley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Elementary School located?
Washington Elementary School is located in the Central Berkeley neighborhood of Berkeley, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Central Berkeley.
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