WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Washington Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Trenton Public School District school district, located in TRENTON, NJ with about 375 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 23 teachers, Washington Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Elementary School, located on Emory Avenue in Trenton, New Jersey, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Trenton Public School District. As a neighborhood school, it is deeply integrated into the local community, providing essential academic programming to elementary-aged children. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development, aiming to prepare its diverse student body for middle school and beyond.

Given its location in the heart of Trenton, Washington Elementary plays a vital role in the neighborhood, often acting as a hub for local families. The school works to navigate the unique challenges and opportunities of an urban school district, striving to provide equitable resources and personalized instruction to meet the needs of its students. By emphasizing core curriculum standards and community engagement, the school focuses on building a strong educational foundation for the children of the 08611 area.

For more information, contact Washington Elementary School at (609) 656-4960 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.