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Top 49% in state

Washington Street School

Elementary School · FRANKLIN SQUARE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

760 WASHINGTON ST, Franklin Square, NY 11010

Enrollment

790

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,335 of 4,742

In Franklin Square

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

FRANKLIN SQUARE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Washington Street School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Franklin Square · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Washington Street School

Washington Street School is a public elementary school in Franklin Square, NY, part of FRANKLIN SQUARE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Washington Street School serves approximately 790 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,335 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Washington Street School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.8 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,019
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Washington Street School — Students at Washington Street School score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.9% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
58.4% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 36 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
98%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
68.4%
ELA
74.4%
2022
Math
54.6%
ELA
61.7%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Washington Street School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
51th percentile in NY
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

Location

760 WASHINGTON ST, Franklin Square, NY 11010

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COVERT AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Elmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is STRATFORD AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW HYDE PARK ROAD SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby New Hyde Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Franklin Square, see our Franklin Square schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
H FRANK CAREY HIGH SCHOOL Franklin Square 0.1 mi 7.8
JOHN STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square 0.6 mi 7.0
ST ANNE'S SCHOOL Garden City 0.7 mi 6.1
THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF GARDEN CITY Garden City 0.9 mi 8.9
STRATFORD AVENUE SCHOOL Garden City 1.1 mi 8.0
HOMESTEAD SCHOOL Garden City 1.1 mi 6.8
GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL West Hempstead 0.9 mi 5.6
POLK STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square 1.2 mi 6.3
WEST HEMPSTEAD SECONDARY SCHOOL West Hempstead 1.3 mi 8.5
HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU COUNTY (HANC) West Hempstead 1.4 mi 6.9
STEWART MANOR SCHOOL Stewart Manor 1.2 mi 7.5
COVERT AVENUE SCHOOL Elmont 1.1 mi 8.5
CHESTNUT STREET SCHOOL West Hempstead 1.4 mi 7.5
SEWANHAKA HIGH SCHOOL Floral Park 1.2 mi 7.6
HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU COUNTY West Hempstead 1.4 mi 6.6
GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL Garden City 1.6 mi 9.0
VALLEY STREAM NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Franklin Square 1.8 mi 7.1
GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Garden City 1.5 mi 8.6
NEW HYDE PARK ROAD SCHOOL New Hyde Park 1.8 mi 7.9
CORNWELL AVENUE SCHOOL West Hempstead 1.9 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$140,686

Median Home Value

$647,300

Median Rent

$2,096/mo

Population

25,618

College Educated

39.7%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

36.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington Street School

What grades does Washington Street School serve?

Washington Street School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Washington Street School?

Washington Street School has an enrollment of approximately 790 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Washington Street School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington Street School rank in NY?

Washington Street School ranks #2,335 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Washington Street School's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Street School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Street School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Washington Street School a charter school?

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

Is Washington Street School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Washington Street School?

18.7% of students at Washington Street 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
790
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

District

FRANKLIN SQUARE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,921
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,019
District Rank
#3 of 3

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