WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Washington Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Evanston CCSD 65 school district, located in Evanston, IL with about 558 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 38 teachers, Washington Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 914 Ashland Avenue in Evanston, Illinois, is a public school serving the local community within the Evanston/Skokie School District 65. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school provides a comprehensive educational program that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking skills. It is highly regarded for its diverse student body and a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere that fosters both social-emotional growth and intellectual curiosity among its young learners.

Beyond the classroom, Washington Elementary is known for its strong sense of community and parent involvement. The school offers various extracurricular opportunities and resources designed to support student well-being and engagement. By leveraging its location in Evanston, the school often integrates local community resources to enrich the learning experience, aiming to prepare its students for middle school and beyond by building a solid foundation in a supportive and collaborative environment.

For more information, contact Washington Elem School at (847) 905-4900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

914 Ashland Ave
Evanston, IL 60202-1606
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WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Evanston, IL with about 558 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Evanston CCSD 65
Total Students:
558
Teachers:
38.63
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 558 students

White
40.7%
Hispanic/Latino
35.8%
Black or African American
12.9%
Two or more races
9.5%
Asian
1.1%

Female
46.8%
Male
53.2%

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.