Serving 340 students in grades 4-6, George Washington School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). 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 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
George Washington School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 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 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1997 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
54%
31%
Black
18%
15%
White
15%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #1997 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
340 students attend George Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of George Washington School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington School?
George Washington School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George Washington School offer ?
George Washington School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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