Public | K-6 | 762 students |
PHONE: (516) 505-6995
Franklin Square's Washington Street School is a public elementary school in the Franklin Square Union Free School District. It is among the few public elementary schools in New York to receive a distinguished GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10.
This school has an average Community Rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on reviews from 16 school community members.
School highlights:
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0.5 miles | |||
St. Catherine of Sienna School 0.5 miles | |||
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My kids love going to Washington Street School! They have a modern curriculum that makes learning fun (like the March Mathness games), an active PTA that hosts a lot of fun activities for the kids, excellent and caring teaching staff, very involved principal and assistant principal with a great vision for the school, and convenient summer recreation program (just $150 for 5 weeks!). Best of all, it's quite affordable to live in Franklin Square (where the people are down to earth and friendly) and be able to enjoy a top-rated school district at the same time.
You won't find more dedicated teachers anywhere. From the caring Kindergarten teachers (Mrs. Skop & Ms. Herrera) who never seem to tire (how many times can you zip a coat cheerfully?) and make learning to read seem effortless. When my son was in 4th grade, his teacher (Miss Pagoto) actually had the kids excited to learn fractions! I would not have believed it unless I saw it with my own eyes. I hear just as many positive comments from other parents about their children's teachers. Great communication between parents and teachers. New principal still getting her feet wet, but a long history in the district and well respected. Few extracurricular programs such as drama, basketball, etc.
Washington Street School excellently serves the needs of the children, through general education, special education, and the talented and gifted program. The principal and assistant principal, and well as the staff, goes above and beyond to provide an exciting learning experience for all. The PTA is extremely active, and works very hard to provide fun and enriching programs for the children. My children are very fortunate to be able to attend such a wonderful school.
Washington Street School is a great school with a very active PTA. The teachers and staff is very dedicated to their students needs, the music program is fablous as well as the other programs this school offers. I am very impressed with the schools reading olympics program and work my daughter brings home. I love this school. Yonelle Baptiste
This is a great school for all the reasons already stated. This school caters to ALL children, regardless of there individual needs while maintaining high standards for the class. I love this school. The music program is great, as is special ed., gen ed. and the gifted program.
washington street is a good school with special education, advanced/gifted program, a great music department and an active pta
This is a fantastic school with a great music, special education and math programs. Both the principal and the vice principal are very involved in the everyday issues of the students and teachers, and their leadership style is one that seeks a balance between accomodation and challenge.
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