Best Schools in Township of Washington, New Jersey
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Township of Washington by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Jessie F. George Elementary
Elementary · Westwood Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Washington Elementary School
Elementary · Westwood Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Westwood Regional High School
High · Westwood Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Township of Washington for 2026 are Jessie F. George Elementary (9.2/10), Washington Elementary School (6.0/10), and Westwood Regional High School (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$640,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$640,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Township of Washington
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jessie F. George Elementary | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Washington Elementary School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Westwood Regional High School | 5.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $168,922
- Median home value
- $640,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 59%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 94%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Township of Washington compares
New Jersey rank
#103 of 344
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above New Jersey avg (6.4)
Median household income
$169k
143% of New Jersey median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Township of Washington, New Jersey
Township of Washington, New Jersey is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Township of Washington show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Township of Washington is Jessie F. George Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Township of Washington is served by 1 school district: Westwood Regional School District. These districts collectively serve 2,828 students.
Township of Washington's community shows 59% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $168,922. The poverty rate in the area is 2.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 283 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.2 |
| 2 | 322 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 839 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Township of Washington
Township of Washington, New Jersey · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$168,922
Median Home Value
$640,600
Median Rent
$2,230/mo
Population
9,276
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
94%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Community Profile
Township of Washington has a median household income of $168,922. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $640,600, with a median rent of $2,230/month. The local poverty rate of 2.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Jersey
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Township of Washington, New Jersey
How many schools are in Township of Washington, New Jersey?
Township of Washington has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Township of Washington, New Jersey?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Township of Washington is 7.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Township of Washington, New Jersey?
The top-ranked school in Township of Washington on MySchoolScout is Jessie F. George Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Township of Washington, New Jersey?
The top-ranked elementary school in Township of Washington on MySchoolScout is Jessie F. George Elementary with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best high school in Township of Washington, New Jersey?
The top-ranked high school in Township of Washington on MySchoolScout is Westwood Regional High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Township of Washington, New Jersey?
Township of Washington is served by 1 school district: Westwood Regional School District.
What is the education level in Township of Washington, New Jersey?
According to Census data, 59% of adults in Township of Washington have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Township of Washington, New Jersey?
The median household income in Township of Washington is approximately $168,922 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Township of Washington, New Jersey?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Township of Washington is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Township of Washington, New Jersey?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Jersey Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.