Excellent
#394 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
George Washington Elementary School
Elementary School · LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
3634 LEXINGTON AVE, Mohegan Lake, NY 10547
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#394 of 4,742
In Mohegan Lake
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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George Washington Elementary School
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About George Washington Elementary School
George Washington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mohegan Lake, NY, part of LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. George Washington Elementary School serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #394 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for George Washington Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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George Washington Elementary School — Students at George Washington Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY 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: 8.3/10.
How George Washington Elementary School Compares
See how George Washington Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3634 LEXINGTON AVE, Mohegan Lake, NY 10547
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering George Washington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOHANSIC SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Yorktown Heights), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Putnam Valley), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Crompond), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mohegan Lake, see our Mohegan Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Putnam Valley | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| PUTNAM VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Putnam Valley | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| VAN CORTLANDTVILLE SCHOOL Mohegan Lake | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| LAKELAND HIGH SCHOOL Shrub Oak | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crompond | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Putnam Valley | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| LAKELAND-COPPER BEECH MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
| ST COLUMBANUS SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| CROMPOND SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| HILLCREST SCHOOL Peekskill | 3.3 mi | 4.7 |
| MOHANSIC SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.4 mi | 9.4 |
| OHR HAMEIR SEMINARY - TIFERETH ISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL Courtland Manor | 4.1 mi | 4.8 |
| URIAH HILL SCHOOL Peekskill | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.7 mi | 8.9 |
| MILDRED E STRANG MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| PEEKSKILL HIGH SCHOOL Peekskill | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BLUE MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10547 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$155,295
Median Home Value
$479,200
Median Rent
$2,363/mo
Population
7,361
College Educated
52.4%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Brooklyn, NY | 8.4 |
| ECFS Bronx, NY | 8.4 |
| HARBOR HILL SCHOOL Greenvale, NY | 8.4 |
| HEWITT SCHOOL Rockville Centre, NY | 8.4 |
| LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.4 |
| MARBLETOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Accord, NY | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about George Washington Elementary School
What grades does George Washington Elementary School serve?
George Washington Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend George Washington Elementary School?
George Washington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does George Washington Elementary School rank in NY?
George Washington Elementary School ranks #394 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is George Washington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
George Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 George Washington Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, George Washington Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is George Washington Elementary School a charter school?
No, George Washington Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is George Washington Elementary School a Title I school?
No, George Washington Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for George Washington Elementary School?
35.9% of students at George Washington 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
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (914) 528-2021
Resources & Links
District
LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,422
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,251
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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