Best Washington Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 531 students in Washington, NJ.
The top-ranked public preschool in Washington, NJ is Franklin Township School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Washington, NJ public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New Jersey public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Washington have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Washington, NJ (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Township School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
52 Asbury Broadway Road
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-2958
Gr: PK-6 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
16 24 Taylor Street
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-0091
Gr: PK-2 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Washington, NJ?
The top-ranked public preschools in Washington, NJ include Franklin Township School.
How many public preschools are located in Washington?
2 public preschools are located in Washington.
What is the racial composition of students in Washington?
Washington public preschools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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