WASHINGTON SCHOOL
Washington School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the West Haven School District school district, located in West Haven, CT with about 444 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, Washington School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Washington School is a public elementary school located in West Haven, Connecticut, serving students within the West Haven Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of fundamental skills. By providing a structured curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success while encouraging active participation in the local school community.
As part of the broader West Haven school system, Washington School benefits from district-wide resources and initiatives designed to support student learning and teacher development. The school prioritizes consistent communication with families and encourages parental involvement to bridge the gap between home and classroom learning. Through its official website, the school provides access to essential resources, including school calendars, policy information, and contact details, ensuring that the community remains connected and informed about ongoing educational programs and events.
For more information, contact Washington School at (203) 931-6880 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
West Haven, CT 06516-5328
(203) 931-6880
http://www.whschools.org
WASHINGTON SCHOOL is a public Title I school in West Haven, CT with about 444 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- West Haven School District
- Total Students:
- 444
- Teachers:
- 33.9
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 444 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 49.3%
- White
- 27.7%
- Black or African American
- 17.6%
- Two or more races
- 3.8%
- Asian
- 1.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 43.9%
- Male
- 56.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.