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#940 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 38% in state
Based on limited data
George Washington School
Elementary School · Edgewater School District
801 Undercliff Ave, Edgewater, NJ 07020
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NJ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#940 of 2,466
In Edgewater
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Edgewater School District
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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George Washington School
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About George Washington School
George Washington School is a public elementary school in Edgewater, NJ, part of Edgewater School District. George Washington School serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #940 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, George Washington School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How George Washington School Compares
See how George Washington School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
801 Undercliff Ave, Edgewater, NJ 07020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Washington School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School No. 1 (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Lee), which scores notably higher. Another option is School No. 3 (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Lee), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, School #4 (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cliffside Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edgewater, see our Edgewater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| School No. 1 Fort Lee | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| SMALL WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fort Lee | 0.6 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE TEACHER ACADEMY Fort Lee | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Lewis F. Cole Middle School Fort Lee | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| School No. 4 Fort Lee | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Fort Lee High School Fort Lee | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| CHILDRENS HOME MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cliffside Park | 1.1 mi | — |
| GREEN HOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fort Lee | 1.3 mi | — |
| School No. 2 Fort Lee | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Eleanor Van Gelder Edgewater | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| School #4 Cliffside Park | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Lindbergh Elementary School Palisades Park | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| School No. 3 Fort Lee | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Palisades Park Jr-Sr High School Palisades Park | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CLIFFSIDE PARK Cliffside Park | 1.5 mi | — |
| NEW DESIGN MIDDLE SCHOOL New York | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| KIPP INFINITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Anna C. Scott Elementary School Leonia | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Cliffside Park High School Cliffside Park | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| HAMILTON GRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$137,847
Median Home Value
$723,400
Median Rent
$2,645/mo
Population
14,544
College Educated
74%
Homeownership
41%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beatrice Gilmore School Woodland Park, NJ | 6.9 |
| Beechwood School Mountainside, NJ | 6.9 |
| Belmar Elementary Belmar, NJ | 6.9 |
| Folsom Elementary School Folsom, NJ | 6.9 |
| Forest Street Community Elementary School Orange, NJ | 6.9 |
| Harrison Elementary School Roselle, NJ | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Washington School
What grades does George Washington School serve?
George Washington School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend George Washington School?
George Washington School has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington School?
The student-teacher ratio at George Washington School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George Washington School rank in NJ?
George Washington School ranks #940 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is George Washington School's MySchoolScout rating?
George Washington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is George Washington School a charter school?
No, George Washington School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Washington School a Title I school?
No, George Washington School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Washington School?
11.2% of students at George Washington 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (201) 945-4106
Resources & Links
District
Edgewater School District- District Enrollment
- 685
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,961
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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