Serving 391 students in grades 2-6, Ola Edwards Community School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George Washington School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hillside, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ola Edwards Community School's student population of 391 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
School Motto
Together Everyone Achieves More
School Rankings
Ola Edwards Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ola Edwards Community School is 0.61, 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
#1620 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
39%
35%
Black
48%
14%
White
10%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Cats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ola Edwards Community School's ranking?
Ola Edwards Community School is ranked #1620 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ola Edwards Community School?
391 students attend Ola Edwards Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ola Edwards Community School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ola Edwards Community School?
Ola Edwards Community School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ola Edwards Community School offer ?
Ola Edwards Community School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ola Edwards Community School part of?
Ola Edwards Community School is part of Hillside Public School District.
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