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Washington Elementary School

507 Morris Ave
Summit, NJ 07901
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 303 students in grades 1-5, Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Top 5% in NJ
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

Washington Elementary School's student population of 303 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

School Rankings

Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#54 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
80-84%
38%
80-84%
49%
50-54%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
11%
Hispanic
16%
34%
Black
4%
14%
White
60%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #54 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Washington Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, Lincoln-hubbard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
303 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Washington Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Summit Public School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-5
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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