George Washington School serves 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of George Washington School is 0.66, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
49%
11%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
3%
14%
White
27%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are George Washington School often compared to?
George Washington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eleanor Van Gelder, School No. 4, School No. 1 by visitors of our site.
How many students attend George Washington School?
320 students attend George Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of George Washington School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington School?
George Washington School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does George Washington School offer ?
George Washington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Washington School part of?
George Washington School is part of Edgewater School District.
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