EAST WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

East Washington Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the East Washington School Corp school district, located in Pekin, IN with about 514 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 29 teachers, East Washington Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

East Washington Elementary School, located in Pekin, Indiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Eastern Washington School Corporation. Situated on N. Eastern School Rd, the school provides academic instruction for students in the primary grades, focusing on fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes both intellectual and social-emotional development. As a cornerstone of the local community, the school emphasizes basic literacy, numeracy, and character building, aiming to prepare its student body for a successful transition into middle school.

The school operates as a central hub for families in the Pekin area, often serving as a focal point for extracurricular engagement and community outreach. By maintaining small-town values and a dedicated teaching staff, East Washington Elementary strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their curriculum and peers effectively. Its location within the larger Eastern school campus allows for access to shared district resources, helping to bridge the gap between elementary education and long-term academic growth for its students.

For more information, contact East Washington Elementary School at (812) 967-2929 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.