Serving 660 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Community School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 1% in NJ)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Washington Community School's student population of 660 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washington Community School is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)24%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)19%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
90%
32%
Black
9%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Washington Community School often compared to?
Washington Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% NJ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington Community School?
660 students attend Washington Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Washington Community School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Community School?
Washington Community School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Community School offer ?
Washington Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Community School part of?
Washington Community School is part of Plainfield Public School District.
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