WASHINGTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WASHINGTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pleasantville Public School District school district, located in PLEASANTVILLE, NJ with about 442 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 39 teachers, WASHINGTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

WASHINGTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Pleasantville, New Jersey, serving students in the Pleasantville Public School District. Situated at 225 W. Washington Avenue, the school is central to its community and focuses on providing foundational education to young learners. As part of a diverse school district, the institution is tasked with fostering an environment that supports academic growth, social-emotional development, and the basic educational requirements for students in their formative elementary years.

The school operates within the broader context of the Pleasantville educational system, which emphasizes inclusive programming and community engagement to help students succeed in an urban/suburban setting. Like many schools in the region, Washington Avenue Elementary focuses on core subjects such as literacy and mathematics, while working to meet the specific cultural and educational needs of the local student population. Its mission is generally aligned with the district's goal of preparing students for middle school transitions by building strong academic habits and promoting a positive school culture.

For more information, contact WASHINGTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (609) 383-6800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.