GEORGE WASHINGTON ACADEMY SCHOOL NO. 1

George Washington Academy School No. 1 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Elizabeth Public Schools school district, located in ELIZABETH, NJ with about 634 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 47 teachers, George Washington Academy School No. 1 has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

George Washington Academy (School No. 1) is a public elementary school located in the heart of Elizabeth, New Jersey. Serving students in grades Pre-K through 8, the school operates within the Elizabeth Public Schools district. It is positioned in a historic area of the city, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing accessible, neighborhood-based education to a diverse student population in an urban setting.

As an academy, the school emphasizes a structured learning environment aimed at developing foundational academic skills while fostering social and emotional growth. Like many schools in the Elizabeth district, George Washington Academy focuses on preparing students for the transition to high school by integrating modern curriculum standards with support services. The school plays an active role in the local community, serving as a hub for families in the 07206 zip code area and striving to meet the unique cultural and educational needs of its student body.

For more information, contact George Washington Academy School No. 1 at (908) 436-5555 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.