WASHINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

Washington Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Harrison Public Schools school district, located in HARRISON, NJ with about 456 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 35 teachers, Washington Middle School 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.

Washington Middle School, located at One North Fifth Street in Harrison, New Jersey, serves as a key educational institution within the Harrison School District. The school is situated in a densely populated, urban environment, reflecting the diverse and evolving community of Harrison. As a middle school, it focuses on the critical developmental transition between elementary and high school, providing students with a structured academic environment designed to build core competencies in subjects like mathematics, language arts, science, and social studies.

The school is part of a district that has undergone significant growth and modernization to accommodate the town’s expanding population. Washington Middle School emphasizes student engagement, collaborative learning, and preparation for the rigorous curriculum students will encounter at Harrison High School. By integrating traditional classroom instruction with support services, the school aims to foster both academic achievement and social-emotional growth, serving as a central hub for the town’s adolescent population.

For more information, contact Washington Middle School at (973) 483-2285 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.