Washington Primary Center serves 141 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Primary Center's student population of 141 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Dec 25, 2025
School Motto
Home of the Shooting Stars!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Primary Center is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
18%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Primary Center?
141 students attend Washington Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Washington Primary Center students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Primary Center?
Washington Primary Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Washington Primary Center offer ?
Washington Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Washington Primary Center part of?
Washington Primary Center is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Primary Center located?
Washington Primary Center is located in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 201 other public schools located in South Los Angeles.
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