Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Washington 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 33% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Washington School's student population of 484 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#724 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
35%
32%
Black
4%
15%
White
44%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 #724 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Washington School often compared to?
Washington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Garden School, Radcliffe School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington School?
484 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Washington School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington School?
Washington School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington School offer ?
Washington School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Washington School part of?
Washington School is part of Nutley Public School District.
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