Serving 116 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wandell School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wandell 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Wandell School's student population of 116 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
116 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Wandell 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 Wandell 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
#102 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
11%
Hispanic
5%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
64%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Saddle River School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wandell School's ranking?
Wandell School is ranked #102 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?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Wandell School?
116 students attend Wandell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Wandell School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wandell School?
Wandell School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wandell School offer ?
Wandell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wandell School part of?
Wandell School is part of Saddle River School District.
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