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Washington School

71 Spring Street
Millburn, NJ 07041
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Top 5%
Serving 411 students in grades 5, Washington School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5
  • Enrollment: 411 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 5% in NJ
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • : 80% (Top 10%)
  • : 61% (Top 5%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Washington School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

School Rankings

Washington School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington School is 0.64, 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)
#98 out of 2201 schools
(Top 5%)
(22-23)
81%
38%
80%
49%
61%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
50%
10%
Hispanic
5%
34%
Black
3%
15%
White
33%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington School's ranking?
Washington School is ranked #98 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington School?
411 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Washington School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 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 5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington School part of?
Washington School is part of Millburn Township School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5
  • Enrollment: 411 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • : 80% (Top 10%)
  • : 61% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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