For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,374 students in Wanaque, NJ.
The top ranked public schools in Wanaque, NJ are Wanaque Elementary School and Lakeland Regional High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wanaque, NJ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Wanaque have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wanaque, NJ (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wanaque Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
First Street
Wanaque, NJ 07465
(973) 835-8200
Wanaque, NJ 07465
(973) 835-8200
Grades: PK-8
| 507 students
Rank: #22.
Lakeland Regional High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 Conklintown Road
Wanaque, NJ 07465
(973) 835-1900
Wanaque, NJ 07465
(973) 835-1900
Grades: 9-12
| 867 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Wanaque, NJ?
The top ranked public schools in Wanaque, NJ include Wanaque Elementary School and Lakeland Regional High School.
How many public schools are located in Wanaque?
2 public schools are located in Wanaque.
What is the racial composition of students in Wanaque?
Wanaque public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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