Serving 492 students in grades 5-8, George G White ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George G White ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
George G White's student population of 492 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Rankings
George G White ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George G White is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#364 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
11%
Hispanic
17%
34%
Black
3%
14%
White
66%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 George G White's ranking?
George G White is ranked #364 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend George G White?
492 students attend George G White.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of George G White students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George G White?
George G White has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does George G White offer ?
George G White offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George G White part of?
George G White is part of Hillsdale School District.
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