Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The George Washington School serves the southern part of Kingston, NY, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest point being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington School's student population of 492 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Washington School ranks within the bottom 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 0.66, 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
#4031 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
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 #4031 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are George Washington School often compared to?
George Washington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harry L Edson School, Ernest C Myer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend George Washington School?
492 students attend George Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of George Washington School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington School?
George Washington 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 School offer ?
George Washington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Washington School part of?
George Washington School is part of Kingston City School District.
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