WANAQUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wanaque Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wanaque School District school district, located in WANAQUE, NJ with about 503 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 46 teachers, Wanaque Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Wanaque Elementary School, located on First Street in Wanaque, New Jersey, serves as a foundational academic institution for the local community. As part of the Wanaque School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both core academic development and the social-emotional growth of its students. The curriculum is designed to build a strong educational base in essential subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while preparing young learners for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Wanaque Elementary focuses on cultivating a sense of community and school spirit among its student body. The school frequently engages parents and local stakeholders to create a collaborative atmosphere, aiming to support the diverse needs of its students through various extracurricular opportunities and educational resources. By prioritizing a well-rounded approach to education, Wanaque Elementary strives to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement necessary to succeed in a changing global landscape.

For more information, contact Wanaque Elementary School at (973) 835-8200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.