Serving 508 students in grades 6-8, George Washington Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Washington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
George Washington Middle School's student population of 508 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George Washington Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Middle School is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#592 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
22%
33%
Black
2%
15%
White
65%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Middle School's ranking?
George Washington Middle School is ranked #592 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are George Washington Middle School often compared to?
George Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anthony Wayne Middle School, Schuyler Colfax Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend George Washington Middle School?
508 students attend George Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of George Washington Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Washington Middle School?
George Washington Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does George Washington Middle School offer ?
George Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is George Washington Middle School part of?
George Washington Middle School is part of Wayne Township Public School District.
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