Serving 395 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Irving School #4's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Washington Irving School #4 ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Irving School #4 is 0.57, 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
#622 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
45%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
48%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Irving School #4's ranking?
Washington Irving School #4 is ranked #622 out of 2,201 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% 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?
395 students attend Washington Irving School #4.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Washington Irving School #4 students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% 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 11:1, which is equal to 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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