Serving 286 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Washington Avenue School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Avenue School serves the eastern part of Chatham, NJ, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Avenue School's student population of 286 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Washington Avenue School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Avenue School is 0.51, 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
#148 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
White
68%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Avenue School's ranking?
Washington Avenue School is ranked #148 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Washington Avenue School often compared to?
Washington Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington Avenue School?
286 students attend Washington Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Washington Avenue School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Avenue School?
Washington Avenue School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Avenue School offer ?
Washington Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Avenue School part of?
Washington Avenue School is part of School District Of The Chathams.
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