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Washington Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 560 students

 

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Posted January 19, 2013

My two kids go to this school... And they love it ...the principal is treating all the kids as if they are her own , teachers are great... Simply it's a great school..thank you
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 14, 2012

I have my child go to this school for 2 years now and am very satisfied. The teachers are caring and the teacher/student ratio is good. My son was in the ESL for some time and I can really see the effort taken by his teacher to correct his mistakes and bring him up to speed. Any class early dismissals are announced clearly and well in advance. Overall I am very satisfied with school
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 23, 2011

Since both my children have attended Washington Elementary the teachers have always shown great Initiative in the children and their education. I am proud of the teachers at Washington for making it easier for the parents and the children to understand their curriculum. It is a difficult task to educate other people s children, but they have shown that they can work through cultural diversity and educate all children equally and for that I am proud to have sent my child for the past four years to Washington and even though this is the last year my child will attend this great school the teachers and the faculty will surely be missed......... I would hope that the new principal be successful in her endeavors
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 19, 2011

The teachers at this school are great and the principal takes great leadership. Since the principal has changed I have no clue what is going on. Thank you for reading my review on Washigton Elemantary School.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 8, 2011

My son goes to this school, both class teacher and rest of the staff are very encourage. Good academic teaching staff. I definitely recommend this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 16, 2009

The best caring teachers, principal and PTO. Good learning experiences for the children. Safety is a priority. My children attended this school, They all went to college. Now my grandchildren attend.


Posted April 4, 2009

My son is lucky to have great teachers in his entire years @ Washington School. He's been here since Kindergarten & this is his last year at this school. He's an excellent student..thanks to all his teachers. PTO did a great job for the students activities & school projects. The concern I have is the traffic..some parents drive like maniacs.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 5, 2008

I like this school... except for the traffic safety... the parents are complete animals when it comes to driving safe, they have very little respect for the crossing guards. The parents need to take a class about crosswalk education! Besides that issue, I really do like Washington School.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 11, 2008

I'm shocked the Great Schools rating is not higher. My son has had a wonderful experience in Washington, he scores advanced proficient on the NJ Ask and his teacher was amazing this year. All of his teachers have been great but they seem to get better and better.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 3, 2007

The school is great and helps in bringing out the hidden talent in your kid.Both my kids enjoy the school and are doing great with the help and guidance of the teachers. Keep up the good work.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 22, 2006

Reading program excellent - goes at the level the child is. Teachers seem to be very good and caring. Pto is excellent.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 18, 2006

Washington School is a wonderful place for kids! Parent involvement is encouraged and welcomed and the staff is always trying something new. A variety of programs if offered to serve many different learners.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted June 1, 2005

My son is graduating from this school after 6 years. He has had such a wonderful experience. It seems that his teachers got better and better. I like this school because the teachers enjoy working with the children and they all work closely with the PTO. Many attend afterschool events which is a highlight for all the children. Keep up the good work!
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 67% in 2012.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
70%
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
80%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 59% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
61%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
76%
Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
96%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 62% in 2012.

68 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
70%

2010

 
 
66%

2009

 
 
70%
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

68 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
81%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students83%
Female80%
Male86%
Blackn/a
Asian97%
Hispanic67%
White74%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged77%
Non-economically disadvantaged86%
Special educationn/a
General education85%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant83%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students94%
Female90%
Male98%
Blackn/a
Asian97%
Hispanic83%
White100%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged81%
Non-economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
General education93%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant94%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students65%
Female71%
Male60%
Blackn/a
Asian86%
Hispanicn/a
White55%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged46%
Non-economically disadvantaged74%
Special educationn/a
General education75%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant65%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students75%
Female78%
Male72%
Blackn/a
Asian90%
Hispanicn/a
White68%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged58%
Non-economically disadvantaged83%
Special educationn/a
General education79%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant75%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students94%
Female98%
Male91%
Blackn/a
Asian93%
Hispanicn/a
White98%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged92%
Non-economically disadvantaged95%
Special educationn/a
General education100%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant94%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students58%
Female69%
Male45%
Blackn/a
Asian78%
Hispanic50%
White43%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged50%
Non-economically disadvantaged60%
Special educationn/a
General education70%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant58%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students88%
Female89%
Male87%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Hispanic88%
White83%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged79%
Non-economically disadvantaged91%
Special educationn/a
General education94%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant88%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Asian 39% 9%
White 37% 52%
Hispanic 17% 22%
Black 6% 16%
Two or more races 1% 1%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 22%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 8N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Dalia Mirrione

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Targeted Assistance program (TAS)
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153 Winthrop Road
Edison, NJ 08817
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