GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL

George Washington School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Hillside Public School District school district, located in HILLSIDE, NJ with about 469 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 6th 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 36 teachers, George Washington 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.

George Washington School, located at 1530 Leslie Street in Hillside, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving the local community as part of the Hillside Public School District. The school typically focuses on fostering foundational academic skills, character development, and a supportive learning environment for students in its lower grade levels. By emphasizing core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth, the institution aims to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors within the district.

The school is characterized by its commitment to community engagement and student-centered instruction. Like many schools in the Hillside district, George Washington School strives to cultivate a diverse and inclusive atmosphere that encourages parental involvement and extracurricular participation. Through a combination of classroom instruction and school-wide programs, the faculty works to meet the varying developmental needs of its students, ensuring that they receive a well-rounded educational experience in a structured and encouraging neighborhood setting.

For more information, contact George Washington School at (908) 352-7664 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.