Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Irving School #4 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Irving School #4 serves a central area in Garfield, NJ, covering approximately 0.2 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edges located about 0.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Irving School #4 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Irving School #4's student population of 441 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Irving School #4 ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Irving School #4 is 0.60, 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
#524 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
45%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Irving School #4's ranking?
Washington Irving School #4 is ranked #524 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington Irving School #4?
441 students attend Washington Irving School #4.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Washington Irving School #4 students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Irving School #4?
Washington Irving School #4 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Irving School #4 offer ?
Washington Irving School #4 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Irving School #4 part of?
Washington Irving School #4 is part of Garfield Public School District.
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