WASHINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL
Washington Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Springfield SD 186 school district, located in Springfield, IL with about 645 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 56 teachers, Washington Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 Middle School, located at 2300 E Jackson St in Springfield, Illinois, serves as a key educational institution within the Springfield Public Schools District 186. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of its adolescent student body. By offering a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to bridge the gap between elementary education and high school readiness, emphasizing core subjects while providing opportunities for students to explore their personal interests.
Beyond the classroom, Washington Middle School is committed to cultivating a sense of community and school spirit. The institution typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and arts programs, designed to engage students and promote teamwork and leadership skills. With a focus on preparing students for future success, the school strives to maintain a supportive culture where diverse learners can thrive, bolstered by partnerships between educators, families, and the surrounding Springfield community.
For more information, contact Washington Middle School at (217) 525-3182 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Springfield, IL 62703-1545
(217) 525-3182
WASHINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Springfield, IL with about 645 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Springfield SD 186
- Total Students:
- 645
- Teachers:
- 56
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 645 students
- Black or African American
- 45.1%
- White
- 45.0%
- Two or more races
- 6.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Asian
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 47.1%
- Male
- 52.9%
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.