Serving 245 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Washington Discovery Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Discovery Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Washington Discovery Academy's student population of 245 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Washington Discovery Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Discovery Academy is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1308 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
56%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
43%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Discovery Academy's ranking?
Washington Discovery Academy is ranked #1308 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Washington Discovery Academy often compared to?
Washington Discovery Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Webster Elementary School, Menominee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Washington Discovery Academy?
245 students attend Washington Discovery Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Washington Discovery Academy students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Discovery Academy?
Washington Discovery Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington Discovery Academy offer ?
Washington Discovery Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Discovery Academy part of?
Washington Discovery Academy is part of Plymouth Community School Corporation School District.
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