WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Washington Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Wauwatosa School District school district, located in Wauwatosa, WI with about 323 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 20 teachers, Washington Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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, located in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, is a neighborhood school within the Wauwatosa School District that serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade. The school is widely recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, community-centered environment. It emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that aims to balance core academic subjects with social-emotional learning, ensuring that students develop both intellectual skills and character traits necessary for their future success.

The school is known for its active parent and community involvement, which plays a vital role in its vibrant extracurricular programs and daily operations. Washington Elementary prides itself on maintaining a welcoming atmosphere where staff, families, and students collaborate to create an inclusive culture. By prioritizing individualized attention and a growth-oriented mindset, the school strives to prepare its young learners to become responsible, engaged citizens in a diverse and ever-changing world.

For more information, contact Washington Elementary at (414) 773-1800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2166 N 68th St
Wauwatosa, WI 53213-1994
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WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Wauwatosa, WI with about 323 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Wisconsin

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
323
Teachers:
20.81
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
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 323 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 72% of the student body.

White
71.5%
Black or African American
14.2%
Hispanic/Latino
5.3%
Asian
4.3%
Two or more races
4.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%

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.