Serving 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Little Ferry, NJ, covering approximately 1.7 square miles, with typical travel times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 0.8 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the zone is about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 469 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 157% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#956 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #956 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Teaneck Community Charter School, Englewood On The Palisades Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
469 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Washington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Little Ferry Public School District.
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