School Overview
Washington Elementary School, located at 510 South 9th Street in Lamar, Colorado, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Lamar School District RE-2. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing core academic instruction to students in the local community, emphasizing the development of essential literacy, mathematical, and social skills during the formative years of childhood. The school operates with a mission to foster a supportive learning environment that prepares students for their future academic endeavors while maintaining a strong connection to the surrounding Lamar community.

The school functions as part of a smaller, rural school district, which often allows for a more personalized educational experience and closer collaboration between teachers, parents, and students. By adhering to the district's broader educational standards, Washington Elementary strives to create a balanced curriculum that addresses both individual student needs and state-mandated requirements. For families in the area, the school serves as a central hub for early childhood and elementary development, prioritizing a safe and engaging atmosphere conducive to both personal growth and academic achievement.
222
Total Students
20.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
86.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Washington Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White65
Hispanic149
Black2
Two or More6
  • Hispanic
    149 (67.1%)
  • White
    65 (29.3%)
  • Two or More
    6 (2.7%)
  • Black
    2 (0.9%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Lamar School District No. Re-2
Phone: (719)336-7764
Website: http://wes.lamarschools.org/
Grade Range: K - 2nd
Total Students: 222
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 169
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 66
Grade 1 82
Grade 2 74

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Washington Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten66
Grade 182
Grade 274
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Washington Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11652.3%
Male10647.7%