WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Washington Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SD U-46 school district, located in Elgin, IL with about 404 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 20 teachers, Washington Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 Elementary School, located at 819 W. Chicago St. in Elgin, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the School District U-46, the second-largest school district in the state. The school is situated in a historically established neighborhood near the heart of Elgin, reflecting the district's commitment to providing accessible, community-centered public education. As a primary school, it focuses on building core academic skills in reading, mathematics, and social-emotional development for children in their earliest years of formal schooling.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Washington Elementary is known for operating within a diverse and culturally rich community. The school emphasizes an inclusive environment that caters to a wide range of student backgrounds, often utilizing the resources of the larger U-46 district to provide support services, extracurricular activities, and bilingual programs where necessary. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between teachers, parents, and students, Washington Elementary aims to prepare its young learners for success as they transition into the upper elementary and middle school levels.

For more information, contact Washington Elem School at (847) 888-5270 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.