For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,329 students in Wanaque, NJ.
The top-ranked public schools in Wanaque, NJ are Lakeland Regional High School and Wanaque Elementary 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 43% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Wanaque have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wanaque, NJ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeland Regional High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 Conklintown Road
Wanaque, NJ 07465
(973) 835-1900
Wanaque, NJ 07465
(973) 835-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Wanaque Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
First Street
Wanaque, NJ 07465
(973) 835-8200
Wanaque, NJ 07465
(973) 835-8200
Gr: PK-8 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wanaque, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in Wanaque, NJ include Lakeland Regional High School and Wanaque Elementary 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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