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Washington Elementary School

1200 11TH AVE NW ROCHESTER MN 55901

About Washington Elementary School

Among the Elementary Schools in Minnesota, Washington Elementary is recognized as one of the finest, applying the Core Knowledge curriculum to develop all-around learners. As a National Blue Ribbon School recognized in 2017, Washington takes a layered approach to academics, including the disciplines of history, science, literature, and the arts, in daily experiences. Washington Elementary students consistently perform above the state average of Minnesota as approximately 62% are proficient in both math and reading. Washington also embraces diversity, teaching a student body that represents a variety of cultures and economic statuses. Family involvement plays an important role in the school, with families engaging in school events, enrichment clubs, and PTA events at a high level. Washington Elementary embodies a quality of education for Elementary Schools in Minnesota by combining all of these aspects of academic excellence, quality community, and cultural engagement.

Washington Elementary School Contact Information

Address

1200 11TH AVE NW ROCHESTER MN 55901

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Phone

(507) 328-3800

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 49%
Reading 49%
State average proficiency is 49% in Math and 49% in Reading.
21
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
325
Total Students
$70449
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 110 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Washington Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

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.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:55 AM - 2:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:40 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.

Student Demographics

White 61.1%
Asian 12.3%
Hispanic 5.1%
Black 9.6%
Two+ Races 11.7%
Native Am. 0%
White
61.1%
Asian
12.3%
Hispanic
5.1%
Black
9.6%
Two+ Races
11.7%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 325
49%
159 Female
51%
166 Male

Student Population

325 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

642 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Washington District-Wide Elementary is at #303 in the state's elementary school rankings. They look at test results, graduation rates, and how well the school gets students ready for high school.

FAQ

Washington Elementary has after school activities?

Yes! There are some activities kids can be involved in that include help with homework, games, and other activities. It's a safe space for the kids after school.

What technology do students use in Washington Elementary schools?

Kids use Chromebooks in class along with iPads and interactive whiteboards. They can start to learn about computers and technology at an early age.

How can parents be involved at Washington Elementary?

Parents can volunteer, participate in parent organizations, attend concerts, and chaperone field trips or cultural events.

What does Washington Elementary look like inside?

Washington Elementary consists of playgrounds, a library, computer labs, and a gym. They also have security personnel for students' protections.

Is Washington Elementary a good school compared to other elementary schools in Rochester?

Yes. Washington Elementary is recognized for its concern for academic engagement with students and caters to what each student needs.

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
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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

by Andrew Clements

WR

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

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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