Washington Elem

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385 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Washington Elementary School, located at 1202 N. Ridgeview in Olathe, Kansas, is a core institution within the Olathe Public Schools district. Serving an elementary-aged student population, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment that emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and student engagement. As part of the Olathe district, the school adheres to a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond, while promoting a sense of community among its diverse student body.

The school’s official website serves as a primary hub for families to access essential resources, including academic calendars, staff directories, and information regarding extracurricular activities and district-wide policies. By prioritizing strong partnerships between educators, students, and parents, Washington Elementary strives to create a safe and effective learning atmosphere. Whether through classroom instruction or school-sponsored programs, the school focuses on meeting the individual needs of its learners to ensure they develop the skills necessary to excel in a rapidly changing world.

385

Total Students

40.8

Full-Time Teachers

9.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

80.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Washington Elem
Demographic	Student Count
White	65
Hispanic	279
Black	27
Asian	1
Two or More	11
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
279 (72.5%)
White
65 (16.9%)
Black
27 (7.0%)
Two or More
11 (2.9%)
Asian
1 (0.3%)
American Indian
1 (0.3%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.3%)

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:	Olathe
Phone:	(913)780-7730
Website:	http://schools.olatheschools.com/washington/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	385
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	40.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	9.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	276
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	33

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 11

Kindergarten 57

Grade 1 60

Grade 2 65

Grade 3 66

Grade 4 52

Grade 5 74

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Washington Elem
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	11
Kindergarten	57
Grade 1	60
Grade 2	65
Grade 3	66
Grade 4	52
Grade 5	74

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Washington Elem
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	204	53%
Male	181	47%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)