Serving 280 students in grades 3-6, Washington Memorial Elementary 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 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington Memorial Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Washington, NJ, encompassing approximately 2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Memorial Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Washington Memorial Elementary 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 Memorial Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1611 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
11%
Hispanic
28%
35%
Black
10%
14%
White
53%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Memorial Elementary School is ranked #1611 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington Memorial Elementary School?
280 students attend Washington Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Washington Memorial Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Memorial Elementary School?
Washington Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Washington Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Memorial Elementary School part of?
Washington Memorial Elementary School is part of Washington Borough School District.
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