Serving 794 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Washington Street School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Street School's student population of 794 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
794 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Street School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Street 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1388 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
57%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Street School's ranking?
Washington Street School is ranked #1388 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Washington Street School often compared to?
Washington Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Street School, Polk Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Washington Street School?
794 students attend Washington Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Washington Street School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Street School?
Washington Street School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Street School offer ?
Washington Street School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Street School part of?
Washington Street School is part of Franklin Square Union Free School District.
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