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George Washington Elementary School

3634 Lexington Ave
Mohegan Lake, NY 10547
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George Washington Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 432 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Top 30% in NY
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

George Washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

George Washington Elementary School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

George Washington Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1003 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
70-74%
52%
55-59%
49%
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
46%
30%
Black
7%
16%
White
38%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is George Washington Elementary School's ranking?
George Washington Elementary School is ranked #1003 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are George Washington Elementary School often compared to?
George Washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Cortlandtville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend George Washington Elementary School?
432 students attend George Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of George Washington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Washington Elementary School?
George Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George Washington Elementary School offer ?
George Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Washington Elementary School part of?
George Washington Elementary School is part of Lakeland Central School District.

School Reviews

5   10/9/2020
I went to this school, and it is AMAZING! It is very community involved and because of its size it is like a family..
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Romah
5   3/1/2010
My son has been there for K and 1st grades. We are very happy with the school, his teachers, and certainly the tone set by the principal. I am a teacher myself, so I am very involved in all aspects of his learning. My wife and I are very pleased so far.
- Posted by Parent - Gusta

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 432 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 70-74% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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