Serving 678 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Washington Community School #9 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 33% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Community School #9 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Washington Community School #9's student population of 678 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 19, 2026
School Motto
The Youth of Today. The Leaders of Tomorrow.
School Rankings
Washington Community School #9 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Community School #9 is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1344 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
29%
34%
Black
13%
15%
White
41%
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
55%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Community School #9's ranking?
Washington Community School #9 is ranked #1344 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Washington Community School #9?
678 students attend Washington Community School #9.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Washington Community School #9 students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington Community School #9?
Washington Community School #9 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Washington Community School #9 offer ?
Washington Community School #9 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Community School #9 part of?
Washington Community School #9 is part of Bayonne School District.
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