Excellent
#35 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 1% in state
Jessie F. George Elementary
Elementary School · Westwood Regional School District
1 PALM STREET, Township of Washington, NJ 07676
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#35 of 2,466
In Township of Washington
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Westwood Regional School District
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Jessie F. George Elementary
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About Jessie F. George Elementary
Jessie F. George Elementary is a public elementary school in Township of Washington, NJ, part of Westwood Regional School District. Jessie F.
George Elementary serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Jessie F. George Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Jessie F. George Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Jessie F. George Elementary 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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Jessie F. George Elementary — Students at Jessie F. George Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
3.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.1/10.
How Jessie F. George Elementary Compares
See how Jessie F. George Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 PALM STREET, Township of Washington, NJ 07676
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jessie F. George Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadowbrook (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Hillsdale), with a very similar rating. Another option is Ann Blanche Smith (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Hillsdale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dorchester Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Woodcliff Lake), a more accessible option. For more schools in Township of Washington, see our Township of Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Elementary School Township Of Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOHN'S ACADEMY Hillsdale | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| PRIMORIS ACADEMY Westwood | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Westwood Regional High School Township Of Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Westwood Regional Middle School Westwood | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Brookside Elementary School Westwood | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| George G White Hillsdale | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Memorial School Emerson | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Ann Blanche Smith Hillsdale | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| IMMACULATE HEART ACADEMY Washington Township | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Berkeley Elementary Westwood | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Pascack Valley High School Hillsdale | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Woodcliff Middle School Woodcliff Lake | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| BERGEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Oradell | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Glen School Ridgewood | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Patrick M Villano School Emerson | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Dorchester Elementary School Woodcliff Lake | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| N. A. Bleshman Regional Day School Paramus | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Meadowbrook Hillsdale | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Bergen County Technical High School - Paramus Paramus | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07676 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$168,922
Median Home Value
$640,600
Median Rent
$2,230/mo
Population
9,276
College Educated
58.7%
Homeownership
94.4%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
46
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Euclid Elementary School Hasbrouck Heights, NJ | 9.2 |
| Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest, NJ | 9.2 |
| Meadowbrook Hillsdale, NJ | 9.2 |
| Stonybrook Elementary School Kinnelon, NJ | 9.2 |
| Three Bridges School Three Bridges, NJ | 9.2 |
| Troy Hills Elementary School Parsippany, NJ | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jessie F. George Elementary
What grades does Jessie F. George Elementary serve?
Jessie F. George Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jessie F. George Elementary?
Jessie F. George Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jessie F. George Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jessie F. George Elementary is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jessie F. George Elementary rank in NJ?
Jessie F. George Elementary ranks #35 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Jessie F. George Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jessie F. George Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Jessie F. George Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jessie F. George Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Jessie F. George Elementary a charter school?
No, Jessie F. George Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jessie F. George Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jessie F. George Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jessie F. George Elementary?
3.2% of students at Jessie F. George Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 3.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.7%
- Phone
- (201) 664-3033
Resources & Links
District
Westwood Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 2,828
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,165
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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