Serving 438 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wildwood Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wildwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wildwood Elementary School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Wildwood Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wildwood Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#26 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
6%
34%
Black
2%
15%
White
65%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
1%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wildwood Elementary School's ranking?
Wildwood Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Wildwood Elementary School?
438 students attend Wildwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Wildwood Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wildwood Elementary School?
Wildwood Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wildwood Elementary School offer ?
Wildwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wildwood Elementary School part of?
Wildwood Elementary School is part of Mountain Lakes Public School District.
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