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George Washington Elementary School

Elementary School · North Arlington School District

175 Albert Street, North Arlington, NJ 07031

Enrollment

330

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,662 of 2,466

In North Arlington

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

North Arlington School District

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George Washington Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary School in North Arlington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About George Washington Elementary School

George Washington Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Arlington, NJ, part of North Arlington School District. George Washington Elementary School serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,662 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for George Washington Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-0.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.8 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,033
Chronic Absenteeism10.9%

George Washington Elementary School — Students at George Washington Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
41.9%
ELA
51.2%
2025
Math
47.6%
ELA
48.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.

How George Washington Elementary School Compares

See how George Washington Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
33th percentile in NJ
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

175 Albert Street, North Arlington, NJ 07031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George Washington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belleville PS3 (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Belleville), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUEEN OF PEACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roosevelt School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Lyndhurst), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Arlington, see our North Arlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
North Arlington High School North Arlington 0.4 mi 5.3
QUEEN OF PEACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Arlington 0.5 mi 7.2
Belleville PS9 Belleville 0.5 mi 6.1
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School North Arlington 0.6 mi 6.0
Washington School Lyndhurst 0.7 mi 5.3
Franklin D Roosevelt Elementary School North Arlington 0.7 mi 5.3
Susan B. Anthony Elementary School North Arlington 0.9 mi 6.5
Veterans Middle School North Arlington 0.9 mi 7.8
Roosevelt School Lyndhurst 0.9 mi 7.2
Hornblower Early Edudcation Elementary Sch Belleville 0.8 mi 5.3
Lyndhurst High School Lyndhurst 1.1 mi 4.9
Belleville Middle School Belleville 0.9 mi 6.8
Franklin School Lyndhurst 1.2 mi 6.3
Lyndhurst Middle School Lyndhurst 1.1 mi 6.7
Roosevelt Elementary School Kearny 1.3 mi 6.9
Washington School Nutley 1.3 mi 6.0
Schuyler Elementary School Kearny 1.4 mi 6.1
Belleville PS3 Belleville 1.1 mi 7.7
THE PHOENIX CENTER Nutley 1.4 mi 7.3
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lyndhurst 1.3 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,493

Median Home Value

$464,700

Median Rent

$1,706/mo

Population

16,368

College Educated

38.6%

Homeownership

46.4%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

39.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George Washington Elementary School

What grades does George Washington Elementary School serve?

George Washington Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend George Washington Elementary School?

George Washington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George Washington Elementary School rank in NJ?

George Washington Elementary School ranks #1,662 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is George Washington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

George Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at George Washington Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George Washington Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is George Washington Elementary School a charter school?

No, George Washington Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is George Washington Elementary School a Title I school?

No, George Washington Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Washington Elementary School?

29.1% of students at George Washington Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

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