Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Washington School ranks in the top 20% 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 56% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Washington School's student population of 540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Washington School ranks within the top 20% 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 0.69, 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
#374 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
36%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
41%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #374 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington School?
540 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Washington School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington School?
Washington School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington School offer ?
Washington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington School part of?
Washington School is part of Nutley Public School District.
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