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Washington School

400 S Charles St
Belleville, IL 62220
Washington School serves 166 students in grades Prekindergarten. 
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 166 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Washington School's student population of 166 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
'Educate Students • Empower Individuals • Build Character'

School Rankings

The diversity score of Washington School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IL)
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
8%
28%
Black
48%
16%
White
32%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Washington School?
166 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Washington School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington School?
Washington School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington School offer ?
Washington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Washington School part of?
Washington School is part of Belleville School District 118.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 166 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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