Edgewater School District

The Edgewater School District is home to two high-performing elementary schools, Eleanor Van Gelder and George Washington School, which serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. Both schools demonstrate strong academic achievement, with NJSLA test scores that exceed district and state averages, particularly in English Language Arts.

Eleanor Van Gelder has consistently ranked in the top third of New Jersey elementary schools over the past three years, with a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's diverse student population includes significant Asian and white representation, as well as a higher percentage of African American and Hispanic students compared to George Washington School. Eleanor Van Gelder spends approximately $10,452 per student, with a low student-teacher ratio of 11.7, indicating a strong focus on individualized attention.

While George Washington School does not have historical ranking data available, its current student demographics and funding levels suggest it is also a high-performing school within the Edgewater School District. The school spends $9,643 per student and has an even lower student-teacher ratio of 10.4. Both schools face relatively low chronic absenteeism rates, but there is still room for improvement in this area to further enhance student learning and achievement.