Very Good
#469 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 19% in state
Washington Irving School #4
Elementary School · Garfield Public School District
12 MADONNA PLACE, Garfield, NJ 07026
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#469 of 2,466
In Garfield
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
Garfield Public School District
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Washington Irving School #4
Elementary School in Garfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Washington Irving School #4
Washington Irving School #4 is a public elementary school in Garfield, NJ, part of Garfield Public School District. Washington Irving School #4 serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Irving School #4 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #469 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Washington Irving School #4 show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Washington Irving School #4 — Students at Washington Irving School #4 score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
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: 6.7/10.
How Washington Irving School #4 Compares
See how Washington Irving School #4 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
12 MADONNA PLACE, Garfield, NJ 07026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Irving School #4 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gantner Avenue School (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Elmwood Park), with a very similar rating. Another option is Theodore Roosevelt School No. 10 (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Passaic), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Christopher Columbus School #8 (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Garfield, see our Garfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garfield Middle School Garfield | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Garfield Early Childhood Learning Center Garfield | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| RAINBOW MONTESSORI - CLIFTON Clifton | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Garfield High School Garfield | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Gantner Avenue School Elmwood Park | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| School #12 Clifton | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Theodore Roosevelt School No. 10 Passaic | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Christopher Columbus School #8 Garfield | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 Passaic | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Muhammad Ali School Number 23 Passaic | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Mahatma Gandhi School Number 25 Passaic | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Hope Academy Passaic | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ST NICHOLAS UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Passaic | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Abraham Lincoln School Number 24 Passaic | 1.0 mi | — |
| School #17 Clifton | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ST LEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmwood Park | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MARGARET P MUSCARELLE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Garfield | 0.9 mi | — |
| Thomas Jefferson School #9 Garfield | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| School #11 Clifton | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Etta Gero School No. 9 Passaic | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,701
Median Home Value
$454,300
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
32,502
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
45.4%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
39
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEN PORAT YOSEF Paramus, NJ | 7.8 |
| Bragg Elementary School Chester, NJ | 7.8 |
| Central School Glen Rock, NJ | 7.8 |
| Clarendon School Secaucus, NJ | 7.8 |
| Community Park School Princeton, NJ | 7.8 |
| Cranbury School Cranbury, NJ | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Irving School #4
What grades does Washington Irving School #4 serve?
Washington Irving School #4 serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Washington Irving School #4?
Washington Irving School #4 has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Irving School #4?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Irving School #4 is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Irving School #4 rank in NJ?
Washington Irving School #4 ranks #469 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Washington Irving School #4's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Irving School #4 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Irving School #4?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Irving School #4 has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Washington Irving School #4 a charter school?
No, Washington Irving School #4 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Irving School #4 a Title I school?
No, Washington Irving School #4 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Irving School #4?
44.8% of students at Washington Irving School #4 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (973) 340-5034
Resources & Links
District
Garfield Public School District- District Enrollment
- 4,871
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,656
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
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