George Washington School

347 William St
West Hempstead, NY 11552
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 336 students in grades 4-6, George Washington School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 4-6
  • Enrollment: 336 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

George Washington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

George Washington School's student population of 336 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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School Rankings

George Washington School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington School is 0.65, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#2535 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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35%
46%
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47%
49%
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85-89%
78%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of George Washington School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
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Hispanic
53%
29%
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Black
17%
16%
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White
20%
40%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in New York.
0.65
This chart displays the diversity score of George Washington School and the public school average diversity score of New York by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is George Washington School's ranking?
George Washington School is ranked #2535 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend George Washington School?
336 students attend George Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of George Washington School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Washington School?
George Washington School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George Washington School offer ?
George Washington School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is George Washington School part of?
George Washington School is part of West Hempstead Union Free School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 4-6
  • Enrollment: 336 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 80%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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