Washington Elementary School: Safe, Focused Learning in Compton (2026 List)

About Washington Elementary

Washington Elementary School is 1421 North Wilmington Avenue, which is in the middle of a residential area. There are 345 students in grades K–5 at the school. The student–teacher ratio is 19:1 for the primary grades. Math proficiency for the student body is currently 37%. Reading proficiency is measured at 37%. The gender mix consists of 52% male and 48% female. The environment is welcoming and focused on making the neighborhood a safe place for local students to hang out. The goal of this climate is to make sure that all students feel safe and respected during the school day. The way the campus is set up makes it easy for students and staff to feel like they are part of a close-knit and professional group. Teachers here put a lot of emphasis on making sure that all students, no matter what their background is, can learn and get along with others. The facility is an important part of the community and gives people a safe and reliable daily routine. It is an important center for the young kids who live in the central neighborhood. The school environment is one of support and hard work for everyone. Most houses in the area cost between $510,000 and $680,000. Families like that the school focuses on critical thinking and that all the teachers are helpful. The campus wants to be one of the best elementary schools in California.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 37%

Reading 37%

State average proficiency is 37% in Math and 37% in Reading.

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Full-time Teachers

26 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

266

Total Students

$120677

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 0.38%

Asian 0.75%

Hispanic 80.08%

Black 16.17%

Two+ Races 1.88%

Native Am. 0%

White

0.38%

Asian

0.75%

Hispanic

80.08%

Black

16.17%

Two+ Races

1.88%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 266

45.86%

122 Female

54.14%

144 Male

Student Population

266 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 26 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Washington Elementary Contact Information

Address

1421 North Wilmington Ave., Compton, CA, 90222

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Phone

(310) 898-6390

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Website

http://www.compton.k12.ca.us

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM – 3:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Washington Elementary is emphasizing the "Four C's"—Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, and Critical Thinking—throughout its 2026 programs. The school recently celebrated the "Spooky Season" with high levels of community participation and school spirit. Educators here are currently focusing on specialized strategies to engage students in advanced mathematics.

FAQ

Q1. Is there a program at Washington Elementary that teaches kids how to solve problems with peer mediation?

Ans. Every day, chosen students are taught how to help their classmates settle small playground fights in a peaceful and helpful way.

Q2. How does Washington Elementary make sure that the drinking water stations for students are always clean and safe?

Ans. The school has modern water bottle filling stations that are checked and cleaned on a regular basis by the district facilities team.

Q3. Does Washington Elementary have any drama or theater classes after school?

Ans. Seasonal theater programs help students get better at acting and stagecraft by getting ready for small shows for their families and friends.

Q4. What kinds of classes for parents are available at Washington Elementary this year?

Ans. The school holds sessions on digital safety, how to help kids read at home, and how to understand the new state testing standards.

Q5. Does Washington Elementary use any special software to keep track of how well students are reading?

Ans. Teachers use digital assessment tools to keep track of each student's reading progress and suggest books that are right for them.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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