WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Washington Elem School is a public elementary school that is part of the Waukegan CUSD 60 school district, located in Waukegan, IL with about 574 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 36 teachers, Washington Elem School 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 Elementary School, located at 110 S. Orchard Ave in Waukegan, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Waukegan Community Unit School District 60. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to support the developmental needs of young learners in the local community. The school emphasizes core subjects such as reading, mathematics, and science, while striving to foster a supportive environment that encourages student growth, social-emotional development, and academic achievement.

The school reflects the diverse character of the Waukegan area and is dedicated to preparing its students for success in middle school and beyond. By prioritizing collaboration between educators, students, and families, Washington Elementary works to create an inclusive atmosphere where students from various backgrounds can thrive. Through its commitment to district standards and community engagement, the school plays a vital role in the neighborhood, acting as a center for learning and early childhood development in Waukegan.

For more information, contact Washington Elem School at (224) 303-2220 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

110 S Orchard Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085-5049
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WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Waukegan, IL with about 574 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Illinois

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Waukegan CUSD 60
Total Students:
574
Teachers:
36
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
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 574 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 84% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
84.1%
Black or African American
10.5%
White
2.8%
Two or more races
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.9%
Asian
0.2%

Female
48.4%
Male
51.6%

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.