Washington Elementary School

1201 East Washington Street

School District

Bloomington 87
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:12
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 29, 2024

My children transferred from a title 1 school and we are low income (single income family and qualify for free lunch) in grades 5, 2, k. The environment at Washington school is nothing but inclusive and the teachers TEACH here. We havent experienced any less than other families in different socio-economic classes and if anything we've seen more opportunities offered than other PS in the area. If there are special needs I suggest taking advantage of any PT conferences you can to make a plan and staying up to date on all the "weekly news" as the teachers have all communicated more than we have experienced in our other PS. It can be overwhelming getting into the routine of all the class involvement coming from somewhat of a culture shock at our previous PS but if you work with the teachers, things will work out for your student(s) success. It's been an amazing experience here and I wish we started sooner!
Submitted by parent on June 09, 2019

Wonderful, diverse population. Attentive staff. A blessing for my child to attend this school, so many good memories made.
Submitted by student on June 14, 2018

Excellent. One of the best schools in town.
Submitted by parent on March 11, 2014

The teachers at this school are very caring and involved! We have a student with a 504 plan and it was just a formality as the teachers had already implemented all the necessary changes. The principal is great, too. Most parents and families are very involved!
Submitted by parent on December 28, 2013

As a parent of a student at Washington, I am continually impressed by the positive culture that is cultivated by the staff and teachers at the school. I find the teachers to be passionate and fully committed to my child's education, and make special effort to keeping her involved and excited about learning. Family involvement is encouraged and welcome. Washington is a close knit school that will welcome you and give your child every opportunity to succeed. It is unfortunate the negative comments that have been posted, as they are definitely a rarity. We are proud to be a part of it, and feel fortunate to have the opportunity for my children to attend.
Submitted by parent on April 02, 2010

I must say that it is a safe and caring environment, for average+ children. I found my self very stressed out by the lack of communication from teachers who work there. Any child who is struggling, at all should not go here they will treat them like they are retarded and do the very minimal. Contact home was awful until I complained and it still didn't improve much after that. Teachers were caught in lies, rude, and mean to my child at times. Again, only recommend if your child is average or above.
Submitted by parent on February 20, 2010

Washington Elementary school is full of teachers and support staff that truly care about the students in their classroom! We have had a wonderful experience and see time and time again where the teachers and principal go out of their way to make sure each student gets the attention and caring that they need and deserve. I know my son and daughter are in good hands!
Submitted by parent on April 23, 2009

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