Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy serves 137 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy's student population of 137 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy is 0.23, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
10%
33%
Black
87%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy?
137 students attend Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy?
Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy offer ?
Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy part of?
Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy is part of East Orange School District.
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