Serving 594 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wallace Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wallace Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wallace Elementary School's student population of 594 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wallace Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wallace Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#750 out of 2201 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
26%
34%
Black
6%
15%
White
54%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wallace Elementary School's ranking?
Wallace Elementary School is ranked #750 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Wallace Elementary School often compared to?
Wallace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph F Brandt Elementary School, Thomas G. Connors Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Wallace Elementary School?
594 students attend Wallace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Wallace Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wallace Elementary School?
Wallace Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wallace Elementary School offer ?
Wallace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wallace Elementary School part of?
Wallace Elementary School is part of Hoboken Public School District.
School Reviews
3 5/7/2020
The director of the special service is totally heartless and lie about things he promised to do but never did. Stay away from this school if your child is a special needs child. The program is a MESS since the current director of special service come onboard. He is totally not qualified for that job.
1 1/28/2020
I have to say I am very disappointed with the school this year. The school just removed my daughter's Occupation Therapy without an appropriate evaluation and assessment. I couldn't believe they did that but I guess they just do whatever they want. They don't care about your child.
1 1/25/2020
My child enrolled in the special education program with Wallace. The program was not bad 3 years ago but was getting worse and worse. The current director of special service is heartless about those kids and keeps reducing service. He also takes advantage of the fact that a lot of parents don't know or are not familiar with education law or the IEP process. They also retaliate parents who speak up or advocate for their children. Stay away from this school. One star is for the kids and teachers/para who work there.
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