WASHINGTON ACADEMY

Washington Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Belvidere CUSD 100 school district, located in Belvidere, IL with about 892 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 58 teachers, Washington Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 Academy in Belvidere, Illinois, is an alternative educational institution dedicated to providing a supportive environment for students who may struggle in a traditional classroom setting. Operating as part of the Boone County educational landscape, the academy focuses on credit recovery, academic intervention, and social-emotional development. Its primary goal is to help students get back on track toward graduation by offering a more personalized and flexible approach to learning, tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual.

The school emphasizes a structured yet compassionate culture that prioritizes student engagement and long-term success. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering close relationships between faculty and students, Washington Academy works to remove barriers to education, such as attendance issues or difficulties with conventional instructional pacing. Through these focused efforts, the academy serves as a vital resource for the community, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to earn their high school diploma and prepare for life after graduation.

For more information, contact Washington Academy at (815) 544-3124 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.