Washington School

89 Wood St
Rutherford, NJ 07070
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8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 349 students in grades 1-3, Washington School 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 1-3
  • Enrollment: 349 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Top 30% in NJ
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Washington School's student population of 349 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Washington School 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 School is 0.71, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#483 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

55-59%
38%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

65-69%
49%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
19%
11%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
23%
35%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
2%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
44%
37%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
12%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
56%
0.71

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
3.7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
38%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-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 School's ranking?
Washington School is ranked #483 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Washington School often compared to?
Washington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington School?
349 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Washington School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington School?
Washington School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington School offer ?
Washington School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington School part of?
Washington School is part of Rutherford School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 1-3
  • Enrollment: 349 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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