Serving 335 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Washington School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Washington School serves the southeast part of Huntington Station, NY, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.2 miles and the furthest edge reaching 2.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
335 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1954
School Rankings
Washington School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1940 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
58%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
32%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington School's ranking?
Washington School is ranked #1940 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Washington School?
335 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Washington School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington School?
Washington School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington School offer ?
Washington School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington School part of?
Washington School is part of Huntington Union Free School District.
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