Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington 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 10% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Community School serves the southwest part of Plainfield, NJ, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.4 miles to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Community School's student population of 557 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington 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 Washington Community School is 0.19, 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
#1982 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
11%
Hispanic
90%
35%
Black
8%
14%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Community School's ranking?
Washington Community School is ranked #1982 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Washington Community School often compared to?
Washington Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington Community School?
557 students attend Washington Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Washington Community School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Community School?
Washington Community School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Community School offer ?
Washington Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Community School part of?
Washington Community School is part of Plainfield Public School District.
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