Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
George Washington Elementary School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1275 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
39%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
40%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Elementary School's ranking?
George Washington Elementary School is ranked #1275 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are George Washington Elementary School often compared to?
George Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Cortlandtville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend George Washington Elementary School?
419 students attend George Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of George Washington Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Washington Elementary School?
George Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George Washington Elementary School offer ?
George Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is George Washington Elementary School part of?
George Washington Elementary School is part of Lakeland Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/9/2020
I went to this school, and it is AMAZING! It is very community involved and because of its size it is like a family..
5 3/1/2010
My son has been there for K and 1st grades. We are very happy with the school, his teachers, and certainly the tone set by the principal. I am a teacher myself, so I am very involved in all aspects of his learning. My wife and I are very pleased so far.
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