Very Good
#910 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 37% in state
Washington Avenue Elementary School
Elementary School · Pleasantville Public School District
225 W WASHINGTON AVENUE, Pleasantville, NJ 08232
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#910 of 2,466
In Pleasantville
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Pleasantville Public School District
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Washington Avenue Elementary School
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About Washington Avenue Elementary School
Washington Avenue Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pleasantville, NJ, part of Pleasantville Public School District. Washington Avenue Elementary School serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #910 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Washington Avenue Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Washington Avenue Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Washington Avenue Elementary School — Students at Washington Avenue Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.2/10.
How Washington Avenue Elementary School Compares
See how Washington Avenue Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
225 W WASHINGTON AVENUE, Pleasantville, NJ 08232
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Avenue Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northfield Community Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Northfield), which scores slightly higher. Another option is H Ashton Marsh (rated 7.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Absecon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, South Main Street Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pleasantville, see our Pleasantville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,476
Median Home Value
$179,900
Median Rent
$1,210/mo
Population
20,200
College Educated
10.8%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
35.6
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| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Hasbrouck Heights, NJ | 7.0 |
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| Elizabeth Haddon School Haddonfield, NJ | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Avenue Elementary School
What grades does Washington Avenue Elementary School serve?
Washington Avenue Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Washington Avenue Elementary School?
Washington Avenue Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Avenue Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Avenue 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 Washington Avenue Elementary School rank in NJ?
Washington Avenue Elementary School ranks #910 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Washington Avenue Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Avenue Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Washington Avenue Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Avenue Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Washington Avenue Elementary School a charter school?
No, Washington Avenue Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Avenue Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Washington Avenue Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Avenue Elementary School?
79.2% of students at Washington Avenue 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 466
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Atlantic County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.7%
- Phone
- (609) 383-6865
Resources & Links
District
Pleasantville Public School District- District Enrollment
- 3,772
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,149
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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