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Washington Elementary School

226 South 10th Avenue
Pocatello, ID 83201
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 238 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

    Quick Facts (2025-26)

    • Grades: Kindergarten-5
    • Enrollment: 238 students
    • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
    • Minority Enrollment: 23%
    • : Top 30% in ID
    • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
    • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
    • : 40-59% (Top 30%)
    • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
    <Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

    Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:

    Category
    Attribute
    <Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
    Washington Elementary School's student population of 238 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
    The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
    Grades Offered
    Grades Kindergarten-5
    (No virtual instruction)
    Total Students
    238 students
    Gender %
    Total Classroom Teachers
    17 teachers
    Year Founded
    1905
    School Calendar
    <Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
    Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
    The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
    This School
    State Level (ID)
    #167 out of 704 schools
    (Top 30%)
    50-54%
    41%
    55-59%
    55%
    40-59%
    41%
    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    17:1
    American Indian
    3%
    1%
    Asian
    1%
    1%
    Hispanic
    14%
    20%
    Black
    n/a
    1%
    White
    77%
    73%
    Hawaiian
    n/a
    n/a
    Two or more races
    5%
    4%
    All Ethnic Groups
    0.39
    Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
    Yes
    Eligible for Free Lunch
    47%
    26%
    Eligible for Reduced Lunch
    15%
    8%
    School Statewide Testing
    School District Name
    Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
    Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
    <Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
    What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
    Washington Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
    What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
    50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
    How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
    238 students attend Washington Elementary School.
    What is the racial composition of the student body?
    77% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
    What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
    Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
    What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
    Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
    What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
    Washington Elementary School is part of Pocatello School District.

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    Quick Facts (2025-26)

    • Grades: Kindergarten-5
    • Enrollment: 238 students
    • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
    • Minority Enrollment: 23%
    • : Top 30%
    • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
    • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
    • : 40-59% (Top 30%)
    • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

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