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Washington Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 403 students

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5 stars

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Posted October 27, 2010

For its caring,devoted teachers and administrators.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 21, 2010

Washington has provided a wonderful caring space for my children to learn and grow.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 21, 2010

I am imprressed by their music programs.


Posted May 20, 2010

It has a loving and caring environment. Their character count program is the best!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 19, 2010

The principal and staff are very dedicated and care a great deal about the students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 17, 2010

I love Washington School because it has various activities throughout the school year that involves both children and parents.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 12, 2010

I love Washington School because of its diversity and high standards that they set for the students. The principal and they teachers are great, they are dedicated teachers and they care about the students. The teachers help to motivate the students, they work with with and they also get the parents involved so as parents we are aware of what is happening to our children. Wahsington is a great school and I applaud the entire school body for the wonderful job they are doing.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 11, 2010

Washington School is a pleasant, diverse, and community involvement school. I love it! I am a proud parent. I have three children who attend Washington School. I also have had the opportunity to experience first hand while attending the school as a child. The most memorable experience was the teacher s motivation to teach and the principle that remains the principle today and her constant involvement in student s education. Thumbs up to Washington school the best elementary school in NJ.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 6, 2010

The students are very smart. They are given the tools needed to accomplish their scholastic goals. The teachers are very supportive and understanding. They are very professional in everything that they do. The children there,do come first. I don't regret for one day,that I had taken my son out of a private school and placed him into Washington. I feel his opportunities are limitless there.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 3, 2010

Washington School is an outstanding school.It really helps the parents feel involved in our children's education and cooperate more.The teacher's are excellent when it comes to helping our kids in what they need help with ,and they motivate them to always try their hardest.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 2, 2010

Because the principal and staff do their best to help the students reach their potential. My older son had a good foundation there and is going to an honor math and science program at the high school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 2, 2010

I love washington school for many reasons. A few of which are, Education, Diversity,and Location. I feel the teachers are outstanding. I have three children, two in the higher grades and one still in Washington. Each earns A's & B's or better thanks to Washington School. Washington School is the way of the future and I am proud to send my children here. Also Location, although West Orange has a great transportation system, as a parent I am comfortable knowing my children only have short walk when attending Elementry School
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 25, 2010

Washington School is a very caring, nurturing & supportive environment from the students right down to the teachers.......
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 20, 2010

Washington has the best and most supportive staff, not to mention a wonderful principal. The students are thankful for the learning experience they receive here from our terrific teachers. They appreciate what we do - we only wish we could do and expose them to more!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted April 19, 2010

Washington School has a caring, supportive environment for its students as well as a top-notch faculty. Washington School provides an excellent foundation for the children of West Orange.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 19, 2010

At Washington School, everyone comes together as one big family to work, play, and learn each day.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted April 15, 2010

All the staffs include the princical are wonderful to the children which is very inportant to me and they also wonderful to the parents
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 14, 2010

The teacher's love to teach our kids and do a fantastic job!
—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.

77 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
56%

2010

 
 
48%

2009

 
 
52%
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

77 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
70%

2009

 
 
71%
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.

51 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
55%

2010

 
 
47%

2009

 
 
51%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

51 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
61%
Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2012.

51 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
94%
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.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
58%

2010

 
 
56%

2009

 
 
68%
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
63%
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 Students65%
Female69%
Male62%
Black66%
Asiann/a
Hispanic65%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged64%
Non-economically disadvantaged69%
Special education32%
General education80%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant65%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students74%
Female74%
Male74%
Black71%
Asiann/a
Hispanic77%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged74%
Non-economically disadvantaged75%
Special education58%
General education83%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant74%
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 Students59%
Female67%
Male52%
Black63%
Asiann/a
Hispanic55%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged54%
Non-economically disadvantaged75%
Special educationn/a
General education70%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant59%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students86%
Female88%
Male85%
Black88%
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged82%
Non-economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
General education95%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant86%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students86%
Female88%
Male85%
Black100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic77%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged82%
Non-economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
General education98%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant86%
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 Students61%
Female66%
Male56%
Black64%
Asiann/a
Hispanic59%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged59%
Non-economically disadvantaged71%
Special educationn/a
General education87%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant61%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students80%
Female83%
Male77%
Black75%
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged79%
Non-economically disadvantaged86%
Special education57%
General education94%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant80%
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
Black 49% 17%
Hispanic 44% 20%
White 4% 54%
Asian 3% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander N/A 0%
Two or more races N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 70%N/A30%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 9N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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289 Main St
West Orange, NJ 07052
Phone: (973) 669-5385

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