Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Wanamassa Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wanamassa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Wanamassa Elementary School's student population of 356 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wanamassa Elementary School 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 Wanamassa Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#258 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
15%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
78%
37%
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
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wanamassa Elementary School's ranking?
Wanamassa Elementary School is ranked #258 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Wanamassa Elementary School often compared to?
Wanamassa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayside Elementary School, Ocean Township Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Wanamassa Elementary School?
356 students attend Wanamassa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Wanamassa Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% 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 Wanamassa Elementary School?
Wanamassa Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wanamassa Elementary School offer ?
Wanamassa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wanamassa Elementary School part of?
Wanamassa Elementary School is part of Township Of Ocean School District.
In what neighborhood is Wanamassa Elementary School located?
Wanamassa Elementary School is located in the Wanamassa neighborhood of Asbury Park, NJ.
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