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#666 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 27% in state

Washington Elementary School

Elementary School · Westfield Public School District

900 St. Marks Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090

Enrollment

289

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

7.5

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#666 of 2,466

In Westfield

#4 of 14

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

Westfield Public School District

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Washington Elementary School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Westfield · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Temple Emanu-el Early Childhood Education Program

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About Washington Elementary School

Washington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Westfield, NJ, part of Westfield Public School District. Washington Elementary School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #666 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Washington Elementary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • 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+1.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+30.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+41.7 pts
Overall Proficiency82% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,681
Chronic Absenteeism3.8%

Washington Elementary School — Students at Washington Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 82.9% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
86%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2024
Math
81.3%
ELA
79.7%
2025
Math
78.6%
ELA
85.6%

* 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 Washington Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.8%

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

900 St. Marks Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crossroads School (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Garwood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Westfield, see our Westfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
TEMPLE EMANU-EL EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM Westfield 0.3 mi
Lincoln Garwood 0.5 mi 7.2
CHRISTOPHER ACADEMY Westfield 0.7 mi
CHRISTOPHER ACADEMY Westfield 0.7 mi
Wilson Elementary School Westfield 0.6 mi 8.6
WESTFIELD AREA Y KINDERGARTEN Westfield 0.8 mi
ST PAULS DAY SCHOOL Westfield 0.8 mi 3.8
PRECIOUS PEOPLE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Westfield 0.9 mi
Brookside Place School Cranford 0.8 mi 6.6
COMPASS SCHOOL HOUSE Westfield 0.9 mi
NOAH'S ARK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Westfield 1.0 mi
HERE WE GROW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Westfield 1.0 mi
PNS&K Westfield 0.9 mi 5.5
WESTFIELD DAYCARE CENTER Westfield 0.9 mi 7.2
Cranford High School Cranford 1.0 mi 6.1
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT MOUNTAINSIDE Mountainside 1.3 mi
KOHLER ACADEMY Mountainside 1.3 mi 7.6
Crossroads School Westfield 1.4 mi 8.8
Work Readiness Academy Westfield 1.4 mi
WESLEY HALL SCHOOL FOR ERLY CHILDHOOD KINDERGARTEN Westfield 1.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$212,700

Median Home Value

$930,500

Median Rent

$2,211/mo

Population

30,760

College Educated

76.7%

Homeownership

80.3%

Avg Commute

36.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Median Age

41

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Gillette Elementary School Gillette, NJ 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington Elementary School

What grades does Washington Elementary School serve?

Washington Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Washington Elementary School?

Washington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington Elementary School rank in NJ?

Washington Elementary School ranks #666 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Washington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Elementary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Washington Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Washington Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.8%

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