Serving 319 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 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Washington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Washington School's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#483 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
11%
Hispanic
27%
34%
Black
3%
14%
White
42%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>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?
319 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Washington School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington School?
Washington School has a student ration of 12:1, 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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