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#453 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 18% in state

George Washington Elementary School

Elementary School · Wyckoff Township Public School District

270 WOODLAND AVE, Wyckoff, NJ 07481

Enrollment

379

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#453 of 2,466

In Wyckoff

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Wyckoff Township Public School District

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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7.9/10

Elementary School in Wyckoff · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About George Washington Elementary School

George Washington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wyckoff, NJ, part of Wyckoff Township Public School District. George Washington Elementary School serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #453 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for George Washington Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.7% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+16.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,696
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

George Washington Elementary School — Students at George Washington Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 76.3% (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
95%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
96%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
54.1%
ELA
74%
2025
Math
64.7%
ELA
71.9%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How George Washington Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
82th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

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

270 WOODLAND AVE, Wyckoff, NJ 07481

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George Washington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodside Avenue School (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Franklin Lakes), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Washington School (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mahwah), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Crescent Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Waldwick), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wyckoff, see our Wyckoff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL Wyckoff 0.5 mi 5.8
WYCKOFF CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Wyckoff 0.6 mi
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Wyckoff 0.7 mi 7.7
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School Wyckoff 1.1 mi 8.4
Sicomac Elementary School Wyckoff 1.4 mi 7.5
Woodside Avenue School Franklin Lakes 1.4 mi 9.2
EASTERN CHRISTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Wyckoff 1.3 mi 6.3
Ramapo High School Franklin Lakes 1.3 mi 6.4
EASTERN CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Midland Park 1.6 mi 6.2
Calvin Coolidge Elementary School Wyckoff 1.9 mi 7.6
YOUNG WORLD DAY SCHOOL Mahwah 2.3 mi
George Washington School Mahwah 2.3 mi 8.8
Highland Elementary School Midland Park 1.9 mi 8.3
HAWTHORNE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hawthorne 2.3 mi 6.8
Godwin Elementary School Midland Park 1.9 mi 8.0
Midland Park Jr./Sr. High School Midland Park 1.9 mi 8.1
Franklin Avenue Middle School Franklin Lakes 1.9 mi 9.2
Crescent Elementary School Waldwick 2.0 mi 8.6
Waldwick Middle School Waldwick 2.0 mi 6.1
Waldwick High School Waldwick 2.0 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07481 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$196,632

Median Home Value

$908,900

Median Rent

$2,092/mo

Population

16,866

College Educated

67.3%

Homeownership

90.9%

Avg Commute

31.6 min

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Median Age

47.4

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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 Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend George Washington Elementary School?

George Washington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elementary School is 12.6:1. 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 #453 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 7.9 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 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

District

Wyckoff Township Public School District
District Enrollment
2,042
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,696
District Rank
#2 of 5

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