Washington Avenue Elementary School
Grades: K-3
Students: 296
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 10:1
Student-Counselor
Ratio: 624:1
Certified Teachers: 100%
102 Washington Avenue
Chatham, NJ 07928
Chatham, NJ 07928
(973) 457-2510
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
9/10
NA
EquityNA
Academic ProgressNA
College ReadinessNA
Student GrowthCommunity Reviews
I cannot say enough wonderful things about WAS!There is a feeling of community amongst the families here that is rare and truly special. Patents are involved and the Pto helps make so many fun events possible.The principal is warm, kind and thoughtful. WAS has rigorous academics, unparalleled staff
Posted by a parent on 6/24/2025School has a desirable community feel, but the Borough has refused to keep up with the town's accelerating population. Therefore, classes are extremely overcrowded, and therefore not a good fit for many students who might otherwise excel there. All languages cut, which is shameful. Science and arts
Posted by a parent on 2/10/2015Fantastic school with great parental involvement. The school has a great sense of community. My daughter loves going to school and learning. Caring staff.
Posted by a parent on 12/29/2012New hires are hit and miss. Staff before new principal is fantastic- seasoned, but with fresh ideas and dependable. Newer staff does not, in general, have enough guidance.
Posted by a parent on 9/21/2010Though the student population is increasing teachers really care about their students and work hard to to make learning fun. The parent community is very supportive and provides for many areas of enrichment.
Posted by a parent on 7/23/2010Nearby Schools
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Chatham schools - Washington Avenue Elementary School is located at 102 Washington Avenue, Chatham NJ 07928. Washington Avenue Elementary School is in the The School District Of The Chathams. Washington Avenue Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K-3.
