WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Washington Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Westwood Regional School District school district, located in TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, NJ with about 296 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 23 teachers, Washington Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 at 600 School Street in the Township of Washington, New Jersey, serves as a cornerstone of the local public education system. As part of the Washington Township School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the elementary grades. It emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academic subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science with social-emotional development, aiming to prepare children for both their future academic careers and their roles as responsible community members.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to maintaining small class sizes and a nurturing atmosphere, which allows teachers to provide individualized attention to students. Beyond the classroom, Washington Elementary is known for its active school community, which frequently collaborates with parents and local stakeholders to host extracurricular activities and enrichment programs. By prioritizing strong foundational skills and a collaborative school culture, the institution strives to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement necessary to thrive during their formative years.
For more information, contact Washington Elementary School at (201) 664-6440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, NJ 07676
(201) 664-6440
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, NJ with about 296 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Westwood Regional School District
- Total Students:
- 296
- Teachers:
- 23
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 296 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.
- White
- 81.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.8%
- Asian
- 6.4%
- Two or more races
- 1.7%
- Black or African American
- 0.7%
- Female
- 55.7%
- Male
- 44.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.