Washington Discovery Academy

225 Students

Elementary School K - 4th

School Overview

Washington Discovery Academy, located in Plymouth, Indiana, is a forward-thinking public elementary school that distinguishes itself through its commitment to project-based learning (PBL) and the integration of modern technology. As part of the Plymouth Community School Corporation, the academy emphasizes a "student-centered" environment where curriculum is designed to spark curiosity and foster deep, critical thinking. By moving away from traditional rote memorization, the school encourages students to solve real-world problems and collaborate on interdisciplinary projects, ensuring that lessons remain relevant and engaging.

Beyond its academic structure, Washington Discovery Academy is known for its focus on cultivating a supportive and innovative school culture. The facility is equipped with modern learning spaces designed to facilitate team-based work and creative exploration. By prioritizing both social-emotional growth and academic rigor, the school aims to prepare its young learners for the demands of the 21st century, creating a community where students are empowered to take ownership of their education and develop into lifelong learners.

225

Total Students

16.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

53.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Washington Discovery Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	131
Hispanic	89
Black	1
Asian	1
Two or More	3

White
131 (58.2 %)
Hispanic
89 (39.6 %)
Two or More
3 (1.3 %)
Black
1 (0.4 %)
Asian
1 (0.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Plymouth Community School Corp
Phone:	(574)936-4072
Grade Range:	K - 4th
Total Students:	225
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	16.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	114
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	6

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 45

Grade 1 51

Grade 2 43

Grade 3 47

Grade 4 39