Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Washington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 557 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#1627 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
11%
Hispanic
77%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
15%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kearny School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #1627 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
557 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Washington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Kearny School District.
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