Best Wanaque Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 506 students in Wanaque, NJ.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Wanaque, NJ is Wanaque Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wanaque, NJ public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the New Jersey public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Wanaque have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Wanaque, NJ (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wanaque Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
First Street
Wanaque, NJ 07465
(973) 835-8200
Gr: PK-8 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Wanaque, NJ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Wanaque, NJ include Wanaque Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Wanaque?
1 public elementary schools are located in Wanaque.
What is the racial composition of students in Wanaque?
Wanaque public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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